Estimator / Senior Estimator page is loaded Estimator / Senior Estimatorlocations: GB.Birmingham - Chamberlain Square: GB.Bristol.The Hub: GB.Cardiff.2 Capital Quarter Tyndall streettime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-153399 Job Description OverviewBecome a vital member of our Project & Programme Services (PPS), Complex Infrastructure team, proudly taking on some of the world's most exciting and prestigious projects. Join us, and you'll be part of our genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone is supported to make the most of their talents. It's about recognising everyone's contributions equally while delivering excellence together. When you join our practice team, you'll share our vision to be the industry's foremost capability in Estimating & Cost Advisory and always doing what's right.Enjoy a diverse and exciting workload surrounded by talented colleagues ready to lend a hand. You'll support multi-disciplinary and specialist project teams on high-profile schemes across a range of sectors, delivering high impact estimating services to a range of key clients. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career and develop our internal capabilities.We are looking to hire a Senior Estimator / Estimator to support our growing business. In Complex Infrastructure we work across three major markets: Infrastructure (Water, Defence, Aviation, etc.) Transport (Rail, Highways, Local Authorities, etc.) Energy (Nuclear, Renewable Energy, Power, etc.) Your role Support estimating service delivery, focusing on producing estimates from feasibility through to detailed design. Work across projects of different types and sectors. Produce Class 5 (order of magnitude) to Class 1 (bottom-up, first principles) estimates. Support the leadership team in win work activities (bids, proposals, etc.) to grow our portfolio. Provide team input to continuously improve the quality of our deliverables to clients. Support the development of a high performing team, supporting your regional leadership team. Demonstrate and utilise an advanced understanding of the typical methods of measurement. Complete full take-offs independently, whilst providing support to colleagues where required. Support delivery of high-quality client outputs, ranging from estimating direct and indirect costs, to assuring estimates by other organisations and those completed by estimators within your team. Support peer review of outputs from other team members to deliver continuous improvement. Support review of outputs and where possible provide guidance to the estimating team. Support estimating leads on drafting of basis-of-estimate reports for Director reviews and client submissions. Demonstrate proficiency and understanding of estimating specific software and generic office applications. Use client benchmarking data, in-house data and market data to independently form and assess estimates. Support internal review and quality assurance processes for client deliverables, following internal governance procedures. Demonstrate stakeholder management skills. Have the potential to become a subject matter expert within our wider team. Stay connected with the wider team and leadership in our Estimating & Cost Advisory practice. About you Bachelor's degree in an Estimating, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction sectors or Equivalent Work Experience. Chartership with or demonstrably working towards RICS, ICE, AACE, ACostE or similar. An understanding of typical approaches to applying contingency and risk allowances Wider understanding of commercial and contractual requirements and the crossover to the impact on estimating or forecasting costs. Knowledge of indirect costs, cost breakdown structures and techniques to analyse and assess project deliverability. Stakeholder engagement skills including being able to work seamlessly with designers, engineers, project managers and clients. A clear understanding of the role of consultancy organisations on projects, including the ability to be adaptable to work across multiple sectors and disciplines and have the drive to want to learn new skills. In possession of, or with the capability to obtain a level of security clearance (ideal but not always necessary for the right candidate). What we can offer A variety of schemes and the opportunity to work across both UK and International markets Flexible working to support a healthy work-life balance. Allow you to grow your career through various routes within the business. Support your chartership aspirations with RICS, ICE, AACE, ACostE or similar. A standout comprehensive benefit package. An inclusive, diverse and welcoming team atmosphere! Rewards & benefitsExplore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life. About AtkinsRéalisWe're , a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Additional information Security clearance This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria. If you would like to be considered under this commitment, please let us know at the application stage. Worker Type Employee Job Type Regular At AtkinsRéalis , we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
Estimator / Senior Estimator page is loaded Estimator / Senior Estimatorlocations: GB.Birmingham - Chamberlain Square: GB.Bristol.The Hub: GB.Cardiff.2 Capital Quarter Tyndall streettime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-153399 Job Description OverviewBecome a vital member of our Project & Programme Services (PPS), Complex Infrastructure team, proudly taking on some of the world's most exciting and prestigious projects. Join us, and you'll be part of our genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone is supported to make the most of their talents. It's about recognising everyone's contributions equally while delivering excellence together. When you join our practice team, you'll share our vision to be the industry's foremost capability in Estimating & Cost Advisory and always doing what's right.Enjoy a diverse and exciting workload surrounded by talented colleagues ready to lend a hand. You'll support multi-disciplinary and specialist project teams on high-profile schemes across a range of sectors, delivering high impact estimating services to a range of key clients. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career and develop our internal capabilities.We are looking to hire a Senior Estimator / Estimator to support our growing business. In Complex Infrastructure we work across three major markets: Infrastructure (Water, Defence, Aviation, etc.) Transport (Rail, Highways, Local Authorities, etc.) Energy (Nuclear, Renewable Energy, Power, etc.) Your role Support estimating service delivery, focusing on producing estimates from feasibility through to detailed design. Work across projects of different types and sectors. Produce Class 5 (order of magnitude) to Class 1 (bottom-up, first principles) estimates. Support the leadership team in win work activities (bids, proposals, etc.) to grow our portfolio. Provide team input to continuously improve the quality of our deliverables to clients. Support the development of a high performing team, supporting your regional leadership team. Demonstrate and utilise an advanced understanding of the typical methods of measurement. Complete full take-offs independently, whilst providing support to colleagues where required. Support delivery of high-quality client outputs, ranging from estimating direct and indirect costs, to assuring estimates by other organisations and those completed by estimators within your team. Support peer review of outputs from other team members to deliver continuous improvement. Support review of outputs and where possible provide guidance to the estimating team. Support estimating leads on drafting of basis-of-estimate reports for Director reviews and client submissions. Demonstrate proficiency and understanding of estimating specific software and generic office applications. Use client benchmarking data, in-house data and market data to independently form and assess estimates. Support internal review and quality assurance processes for client deliverables, following internal governance procedures. Demonstrate stakeholder management skills. Have the potential to become a subject matter expert within our wider team. Stay connected with the wider team and leadership in our Estimating & Cost Advisory practice. About you Bachelor's degree in an Estimating, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction sectors or Equivalent Work Experience. Chartership with or demonstrably working towards RICS, ICE, AACE, ACostE or similar. An understanding of typical approaches to applying contingency and risk allowances Wider understanding of commercial and contractual requirements and the crossover to the impact on estimating or forecasting costs. Knowledge of indirect costs, cost breakdown structures and techniques to analyse and assess project deliverability. Stakeholder engagement skills including being able to work seamlessly with designers, engineers, project managers and clients. A clear understanding of the role of consultancy organisations on projects, including the ability to be adaptable to work across multiple sectors and disciplines and have the drive to want to learn new skills. In possession of, or with the capability to obtain a level of security clearance (ideal but not always necessary for the right candidate). What we can offer A variety of schemes and the opportunity to work across both UK and International markets Flexible working to support a healthy work-life balance. Allow you to grow your career through various routes within the business. Support your chartership aspirations with RICS, ICE, AACE, ACostE or similar. A standout comprehensive benefit package. An inclusive, diverse and welcoming team atmosphere! Rewards & benefitsExplore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life. About AtkinsRéalisWe're , a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Additional information Security clearance This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria. If you would like to be considered under this commitment, please let us know at the application stage. Worker Type Employee Job Type Regular At AtkinsRéalis , we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.
Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Estimator (Building Services/MEP) Bishop's Stortford £45,000 to £55,000 + Training + Reward Schemes + Loyalty Bonus + Overtime + Life Assurance + Private GP Access + Company bonus Are you an Estimator with a background in Building Services or similar looking to join a distinguished heat and energy management company with over 30 years' experience and a decorated history offering multiple benefits suc click apply for full job details
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Estimator (Building Services/MEP) Bishop's Stortford £45,000 to £55,000 + Training + Reward Schemes + Loyalty Bonus + Overtime + Life Assurance + Private GP Access + Company bonus Are you an Estimator with a background in Building Services or similar looking to join a distinguished heat and energy management company with over 30 years' experience and a decorated history offering multiple benefits suc click apply for full job details
We're looking for a Project Manager (Preconstruction) to join our Southern regional team, based in either our Weybridge, Farnborough or Dartford offices. We support hybrid working with three days in the office and two days at home each week, depending on team needs. Reporting to a Preconstruction Manager, you'll lead the entire preconstruction bid process, managing internal and external partners to develop high-quality, well-coordinated bids that meet our customer expectations and support profitable project delivery. Working across sectors including Education, Leisure, Health, Blue Light, Defence, Transport and Science and Technology, you'll shape solutions, manage the design and pricing process, and guide projects from successful tender stage to signed construction contract. This is a highly influential role where your leadership will help bring major projects into the business, while ensuring our customers feel supported, informed and confident throughout early project development NB. We're also open to experienced Project Managers who bring the right blend of stakeholder management, technical appreciation, leadership and commercial understanding. Key Responsibilities: Lead the Preconstruction Process Manage the full two-stage and negotiated tender process from successful tender phase through to construction contract. Coordinate the core preconstruction team (Planner, Estimator, Design Manager, MEP Manager) to ensure bids are robust, well-coordinated and aligned to customer priorities. Present schemes to the board, ensuring proposals meet profitability expectations and quality standards. Drive Quality & Commercial Outcomes Oversee design development during preconstruction, ensuring compliance with design process requirements. Shape solutions and challenge assumptions to ensure bids are competitive, deliverable and aligned with programme and budget expectations. Bring a commercial mindset to all stages, supporting informed decision-making throughout. Work collaboratively with customers, consultants and partners to develop clear briefs and realistic expectations. Navigate challenging conversations around cost, programme or design constraints when required. Maintain strong communication with PCM colleagues, senior operational leaders and commercial managers. Proven experience leading preconstruction, bid management or two-stage tender processes. Strong background in commercial management, design management, project management or a related discipline. Proven ability to coordinate multi-disciplinary teams. Confident communicator with experience handling challenging client conversations. Accreditation with RICS or a Project Management body is advantageous. About Us With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive. Willmott Dixon was recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development. Search for available opportunities with Willmott Dixon
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
We're looking for a Project Manager (Preconstruction) to join our Southern regional team, based in either our Weybridge, Farnborough or Dartford offices. We support hybrid working with three days in the office and two days at home each week, depending on team needs. Reporting to a Preconstruction Manager, you'll lead the entire preconstruction bid process, managing internal and external partners to develop high-quality, well-coordinated bids that meet our customer expectations and support profitable project delivery. Working across sectors including Education, Leisure, Health, Blue Light, Defence, Transport and Science and Technology, you'll shape solutions, manage the design and pricing process, and guide projects from successful tender stage to signed construction contract. This is a highly influential role where your leadership will help bring major projects into the business, while ensuring our customers feel supported, informed and confident throughout early project development NB. We're also open to experienced Project Managers who bring the right blend of stakeholder management, technical appreciation, leadership and commercial understanding. Key Responsibilities: Lead the Preconstruction Process Manage the full two-stage and negotiated tender process from successful tender phase through to construction contract. Coordinate the core preconstruction team (Planner, Estimator, Design Manager, MEP Manager) to ensure bids are robust, well-coordinated and aligned to customer priorities. Present schemes to the board, ensuring proposals meet profitability expectations and quality standards. Drive Quality & Commercial Outcomes Oversee design development during preconstruction, ensuring compliance with design process requirements. Shape solutions and challenge assumptions to ensure bids are competitive, deliverable and aligned with programme and budget expectations. Bring a commercial mindset to all stages, supporting informed decision-making throughout. Work collaboratively with customers, consultants and partners to develop clear briefs and realistic expectations. Navigate challenging conversations around cost, programme or design constraints when required. Maintain strong communication with PCM colleagues, senior operational leaders and commercial managers. Proven experience leading preconstruction, bid management or two-stage tender processes. Strong background in commercial management, design management, project management or a related discipline. Proven ability to coordinate multi-disciplinary teams. Confident communicator with experience handling challenging client conversations. Accreditation with RICS or a Project Management body is advantageous. About Us With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive. Willmott Dixon was recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development. Search for available opportunities with Willmott Dixon
We're looking for a Project Manager (Preconstruction) to join our Southern regional team, based in either our Weybridge, Farnborough or Dartford offices. We support hybrid working with three days in the office and two days at home each week, depending on team needs. Reporting to a Preconstruction Manager, you'll lead the entire preconstruction bid process, managing internal and external partners to develop high-quality, well-coordinated bids that meet our customer expectations and support profitable project delivery. Working across sectors including Education, Leisure, Health, Blue Light, Defence, Transport and Science and Technology, you'll shape solutions, manage the design and pricing process, and guide projects from successful tender stage to signed construction contract. This is a highly influential role where your leadership will help bring major projects into the business, while ensuring our customers feel supported, informed and confident throughout early project development NB. We're also open to experienced Project Managers who bring the right blend of stakeholder management, technical appreciation, leadership and commercial understanding. Key Responsibilities: Lead the Preconstruction Process Manage the full two-stage and negotiated tender process from successful tender phase through to construction contract. Coordinate the core preconstruction team (Planner, Estimator, Design Manager, MEP Manager) to ensure bids are robust, well-coordinated and aligned to customer priorities. Present schemes to the board, ensuring proposals meet profitability expectations and quality standards. Drive Quality & Commercial Outcomes Oversee design development during preconstruction, ensuring compliance with design process requirements. Shape solutions and challenge assumptions to ensure bids are competitive, deliverable and aligned with programme and budget expectations. Bring a commercial mindset to all stages, supporting informed decision-making throughout. Work collaboratively with customers, consultants and partners to develop clear briefs and realistic expectations. Navigate challenging conversations around cost, programme or design constraints when required. Maintain strong communication with PCM colleagues, senior operational leaders and commercial managers. Proven experience leading preconstruction, bid management or two-stage tender processes. Strong background in commercial management, design management, project management or a related discipline. Proven ability to coordinate multi-disciplinary teams. Confident communicator with experience handling challenging client conversations. Accreditation with RICS or a Project Management body is advantageous. About Us With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive. Willmott Dixon was recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development. Search for available opportunities with Willmott Dixon
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
We're looking for a Project Manager (Preconstruction) to join our Southern regional team, based in either our Weybridge, Farnborough or Dartford offices. We support hybrid working with three days in the office and two days at home each week, depending on team needs. Reporting to a Preconstruction Manager, you'll lead the entire preconstruction bid process, managing internal and external partners to develop high-quality, well-coordinated bids that meet our customer expectations and support profitable project delivery. Working across sectors including Education, Leisure, Health, Blue Light, Defence, Transport and Science and Technology, you'll shape solutions, manage the design and pricing process, and guide projects from successful tender stage to signed construction contract. This is a highly influential role where your leadership will help bring major projects into the business, while ensuring our customers feel supported, informed and confident throughout early project development NB. We're also open to experienced Project Managers who bring the right blend of stakeholder management, technical appreciation, leadership and commercial understanding. Key Responsibilities: Lead the Preconstruction Process Manage the full two-stage and negotiated tender process from successful tender phase through to construction contract. Coordinate the core preconstruction team (Planner, Estimator, Design Manager, MEP Manager) to ensure bids are robust, well-coordinated and aligned to customer priorities. Present schemes to the board, ensuring proposals meet profitability expectations and quality standards. Drive Quality & Commercial Outcomes Oversee design development during preconstruction, ensuring compliance with design process requirements. Shape solutions and challenge assumptions to ensure bids are competitive, deliverable and aligned with programme and budget expectations. Bring a commercial mindset to all stages, supporting informed decision-making throughout. Work collaboratively with customers, consultants and partners to develop clear briefs and realistic expectations. Navigate challenging conversations around cost, programme or design constraints when required. Maintain strong communication with PCM colleagues, senior operational leaders and commercial managers. Proven experience leading preconstruction, bid management or two-stage tender processes. Strong background in commercial management, design management, project management or a related discipline. Proven ability to coordinate multi-disciplinary teams. Confident communicator with experience handling challenging client conversations. Accreditation with RICS or a Project Management body is advantageous. About Us With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive. Willmott Dixon was recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development. Search for available opportunities with Willmott Dixon
We're looking for a Project Manager (Preconstruction) to join our Southern regional team, based in either our Weybridge, Farnborough or Dartford offices. We support hybrid working with three days in the office and two days at home each week, depending on team needs. Reporting to a Preconstruction Manager, you'll lead the entire preconstruction bid process, managing internal and external partners to develop high-quality, well-coordinated bids that meet our customer expectations and support profitable project delivery. Working across sectors including Education, Leisure, Health, Blue Light, Defence, Transport and Science and Technology, you'll shape solutions, manage the design and pricing process, and guide projects from successful tender stage to signed construction contract. This is a highly influential role where your leadership will help bring major projects into the business, while ensuring our customers feel supported, informed and confident throughout early project development NB. We're also open to experienced Project Managers who bring the right blend of stakeholder management, technical appreciation, leadership and commercial understanding. Key Responsibilities: Lead the Preconstruction Process Manage the full two-stage and negotiated tender process from successful tender phase through to construction contract. Coordinate the core preconstruction team (Planner, Estimator, Design Manager, MEP Manager) to ensure bids are robust, well-coordinated and aligned to customer priorities. Present schemes to the board, ensuring proposals meet profitability expectations and quality standards. Drive Quality & Commercial Outcomes Oversee design development during preconstruction, ensuring compliance with design process requirements. Shape solutions and challenge assumptions to ensure bids are competitive, deliverable and aligned with programme and budget expectations. Bring a commercial mindset to all stages, supporting informed decision-making throughout. Work collaboratively with customers, consultants and partners to develop clear briefs and realistic expectations. Navigate challenging conversations around cost, programme or design constraints when required. Maintain strong communication with PCM colleagues, senior operational leaders and commercial managers. Proven experience leading preconstruction, bid management or two-stage tender processes. Strong background in commercial management, design management, project management or a related discipline. Proven ability to coordinate multi-disciplinary teams. Confident communicator with experience handling challenging client conversations. Accreditation with RICS or a Project Management body is advantageous. About Us With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive. Willmott Dixon was recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development. Search for available opportunities with Willmott Dixon
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
We're looking for a Project Manager (Preconstruction) to join our Southern regional team, based in either our Weybridge, Farnborough or Dartford offices. We support hybrid working with three days in the office and two days at home each week, depending on team needs. Reporting to a Preconstruction Manager, you'll lead the entire preconstruction bid process, managing internal and external partners to develop high-quality, well-coordinated bids that meet our customer expectations and support profitable project delivery. Working across sectors including Education, Leisure, Health, Blue Light, Defence, Transport and Science and Technology, you'll shape solutions, manage the design and pricing process, and guide projects from successful tender stage to signed construction contract. This is a highly influential role where your leadership will help bring major projects into the business, while ensuring our customers feel supported, informed and confident throughout early project development NB. We're also open to experienced Project Managers who bring the right blend of stakeholder management, technical appreciation, leadership and commercial understanding. Key Responsibilities: Lead the Preconstruction Process Manage the full two-stage and negotiated tender process from successful tender phase through to construction contract. Coordinate the core preconstruction team (Planner, Estimator, Design Manager, MEP Manager) to ensure bids are robust, well-coordinated and aligned to customer priorities. Present schemes to the board, ensuring proposals meet profitability expectations and quality standards. Drive Quality & Commercial Outcomes Oversee design development during preconstruction, ensuring compliance with design process requirements. Shape solutions and challenge assumptions to ensure bids are competitive, deliverable and aligned with programme and budget expectations. Bring a commercial mindset to all stages, supporting informed decision-making throughout. Work collaboratively with customers, consultants and partners to develop clear briefs and realistic expectations. Navigate challenging conversations around cost, programme or design constraints when required. Maintain strong communication with PCM colleagues, senior operational leaders and commercial managers. Proven experience leading preconstruction, bid management or two-stage tender processes. Strong background in commercial management, design management, project management or a related discipline. Proven ability to coordinate multi-disciplinary teams. Confident communicator with experience handling challenging client conversations. Accreditation with RICS or a Project Management body is advantageous. About Us With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive. Willmott Dixon was recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development. Search for available opportunities with Willmott Dixon
Ark Mechanical & Electrical Services was created in line with the JRL Group s philosophy of owning the solution . With MEP vital to the success of every project, the Group identified that dividing the package had the potential to adversely affect the critical path. Taking control of this, Ark M&E provides a complete mechanical, electrical and public health (MEP) solution for large complex residential projects. We require a Mechanical Estimator to join our Preconstruction team based at our head office in Borehamwood. Role & Responsibilities: Support the Estimating team with Mechanical bids and tenders. Prepare and submit prime cost estimates utilising Enterpise Estimating Software. Liaise with internal and external engineers, consultants and subcontractors to construct and formulate estimates and resolve issues. Analyse drawings, specifications and other documentation to prepare estimates. Identify and provide alternative design proposals, solutions and value engineering options. Establish and maintain tendering processes and conduct negotiations. Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors. Support and encourage junior team members. Monitor targets and workflow. Control and organise tender documentation. Perform other duties at managements' discretion. Requirements: A sound technical knowledge of Mechanical systems essential. Minimum 5 years experience in Mechanical Estimating supported by current qualifications. Knowledge of the construction industry essential. Experience and knowledge of Microsoft Office, Enterprise Estimating and On-screen take off. Previous customer service experience. Strong communication skills, should be able to communicate confidently with all members of the construction team, directors, clients and consultants. Ability to work on own initiative with confidence and accuracy. Further academic workplace training may be available for the right candidate. Willingness to be flexible within the working day and management of targets.
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Ark Mechanical & Electrical Services was created in line with the JRL Group s philosophy of owning the solution . With MEP vital to the success of every project, the Group identified that dividing the package had the potential to adversely affect the critical path. Taking control of this, Ark M&E provides a complete mechanical, electrical and public health (MEP) solution for large complex residential projects. We require a Mechanical Estimator to join our Preconstruction team based at our head office in Borehamwood. Role & Responsibilities: Support the Estimating team with Mechanical bids and tenders. Prepare and submit prime cost estimates utilising Enterpise Estimating Software. Liaise with internal and external engineers, consultants and subcontractors to construct and formulate estimates and resolve issues. Analyse drawings, specifications and other documentation to prepare estimates. Identify and provide alternative design proposals, solutions and value engineering options. Establish and maintain tendering processes and conduct negotiations. Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors. Support and encourage junior team members. Monitor targets and workflow. Control and organise tender documentation. Perform other duties at managements' discretion. Requirements: A sound technical knowledge of Mechanical systems essential. Minimum 5 years experience in Mechanical Estimating supported by current qualifications. Knowledge of the construction industry essential. Experience and knowledge of Microsoft Office, Enterprise Estimating and On-screen take off. Previous customer service experience. Strong communication skills, should be able to communicate confidently with all members of the construction team, directors, clients and consultants. Ability to work on own initiative with confidence and accuracy. Further academic workplace training may be available for the right candidate. Willingness to be flexible within the working day and management of targets.
Job Title: Electrical Estimator Location: Cambridge or Norwich Salary: 40,000 - 60,000 Benefits: Car / car allowance, 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Healthcare A reputable regional M&E Contractor is looking for an Electrical Estimator to join their established team in Cambridge or Norwich. The company provides M&E services to a wide range of clients across a variety of sectors including Commercial, Education, Research & Technology, Healthcare and Leisure. These projects are typically valued between 2m and 6m. This role is also open for an ambitious Junior Electrical Estimator to develop their career in estimating and step into the commercial side of projects gaining valuable knowledge and guidance to pre-construction from an experienced M&E team. As the Electrical Estimator, you will have the following responsibilities: Preparing accurate and competitive electrical tenders using estimating software package. Close liaison with new and existing clients regarding any enquiries received and assigned, always representing the business in a professional manner. Attend site surveys or tender interviews. Manage the tender process from initial enquiry through to final submission. Liaise with other departments regarding completion of all information as identified as required within the enquiry. Evaluate supplier and sub-contract returns to ensure compliance with the tender specification. Maintaining and updating cost databases to reflect current market trends, material prices and labour costs ensuring accuracy and competitiveness. Provide ongoing assistance to the projects team if requests for the generation of variation costs are received. Successful applicants will have the following qualifications and experience: Overall knowledge and understanding of a wide variety of electrical systems and their installation methods. Experience within in a similar position as an Electrical Estimator within the commercial sector. Electrical qualifications. Confident communicator. Strong negotiation skills. The ability to work under pressure to meet set deadlines whilst managing multiple tenders. The ability to plan, co-ordinate and prioritise tenders. Please contact Adam Brown on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) for more information about this role or if you are interested in a new Electrical Estimator opportunity within the Building Services sector (Junior Electrical Estimator, Electrical Estimator, Senior Electrical Estimator, MEP Estimator, M&E Estimator)
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Electrical Estimator Location: Cambridge or Norwich Salary: 40,000 - 60,000 Benefits: Car / car allowance, 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Healthcare A reputable regional M&E Contractor is looking for an Electrical Estimator to join their established team in Cambridge or Norwich. The company provides M&E services to a wide range of clients across a variety of sectors including Commercial, Education, Research & Technology, Healthcare and Leisure. These projects are typically valued between 2m and 6m. This role is also open for an ambitious Junior Electrical Estimator to develop their career in estimating and step into the commercial side of projects gaining valuable knowledge and guidance to pre-construction from an experienced M&E team. As the Electrical Estimator, you will have the following responsibilities: Preparing accurate and competitive electrical tenders using estimating software package. Close liaison with new and existing clients regarding any enquiries received and assigned, always representing the business in a professional manner. Attend site surveys or tender interviews. Manage the tender process from initial enquiry through to final submission. Liaise with other departments regarding completion of all information as identified as required within the enquiry. Evaluate supplier and sub-contract returns to ensure compliance with the tender specification. Maintaining and updating cost databases to reflect current market trends, material prices and labour costs ensuring accuracy and competitiveness. Provide ongoing assistance to the projects team if requests for the generation of variation costs are received. Successful applicants will have the following qualifications and experience: Overall knowledge and understanding of a wide variety of electrical systems and their installation methods. Experience within in a similar position as an Electrical Estimator within the commercial sector. Electrical qualifications. Confident communicator. Strong negotiation skills. The ability to work under pressure to meet set deadlines whilst managing multiple tenders. The ability to plan, co-ordinate and prioritise tenders. Please contact Adam Brown on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) for more information about this role or if you are interested in a new Electrical Estimator opportunity within the Building Services sector (Junior Electrical Estimator, Electrical Estimator, Senior Electrical Estimator, MEP Estimator, M&E Estimator)
Mechanical Estimator Employment Type: Full-time - Mechanical Packages Our Client: MEP & Construction Services Provider About the Role On behalf of our client, we're looking for a knowledgeable and commercially aware Mechanical Estimator to join a growing pre-construction team. You'll play a key role in tendering and securing mechanical packages for new build, fit-out, and refurbishment projects across the commercial, industrial, and public sectors within the M25. Mechanical Estimator Package Up to £60k PA (DOE) Company Phone and Laptop Company Pension Scheme Employee Benefits Scheme 22 + 8 Holiday entitlement Additional Day off for Birthday Mechanical Estimator Key Responsibilities Prepare detailed mechanical services estimates (HVAC, plumbing, drainage, etc.) from drawings and specifications Analyse tender documentation to determine scope, materials, labour, and equipment requirements Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations Attend tender reviews and contribute to bid strategy and commercial risk assessments Collaborate with design, procurement, and operations teams to ensure alignment on scope and budget Support value engineering processes where required Maintain accurate cost databases and estimating templates Assist in handover to delivery teams upon project award Mechanical Estimator What You'll Need Experience in mechanical estimating within the building services or MEP sector Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications Proficient with estimating software (e.g., Trimble, Estimation, or Excel-based tools) Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail Excellent written and verbal communication skills Self-motivated and able to manage multiple deadlines Mechanical or Building Services qualification (desirable but not essential) Streamline Search is a technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the United Kingdom. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying to this post you are granting us consent to process your data and contact you in relation to this application.
Sep 22, 2025
Full time
Mechanical Estimator Employment Type: Full-time - Mechanical Packages Our Client: MEP & Construction Services Provider About the Role On behalf of our client, we're looking for a knowledgeable and commercially aware Mechanical Estimator to join a growing pre-construction team. You'll play a key role in tendering and securing mechanical packages for new build, fit-out, and refurbishment projects across the commercial, industrial, and public sectors within the M25. Mechanical Estimator Package Up to £60k PA (DOE) Company Phone and Laptop Company Pension Scheme Employee Benefits Scheme 22 + 8 Holiday entitlement Additional Day off for Birthday Mechanical Estimator Key Responsibilities Prepare detailed mechanical services estimates (HVAC, plumbing, drainage, etc.) from drawings and specifications Analyse tender documentation to determine scope, materials, labour, and equipment requirements Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations Attend tender reviews and contribute to bid strategy and commercial risk assessments Collaborate with design, procurement, and operations teams to ensure alignment on scope and budget Support value engineering processes where required Maintain accurate cost databases and estimating templates Assist in handover to delivery teams upon project award Mechanical Estimator What You'll Need Experience in mechanical estimating within the building services or MEP sector Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications Proficient with estimating software (e.g., Trimble, Estimation, or Excel-based tools) Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail Excellent written and verbal communication skills Self-motivated and able to manage multiple deadlines Mechanical or Building Services qualification (desirable but not essential) Streamline Search is a technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the United Kingdom. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying to this post you are granting us consent to process your data and contact you in relation to this application.
