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Your new company Hays is working in partnership with a leading Tier 1 contractor that has secured a place on the Government's New Hospital Programme, supporting a £37bn pipeline of next-generation healthcare facilities. Individual schemes range from £500m to over £1bn, delivered using a standardised, industrialised approach to drive quality, safety and efficiency at scale. With major projects planned across Norfolk and Suffolk, this is a rare opportunity to join at an early stage and contribute to a nationally significant healthcare programme with long-term visibility. Your new role As Estimator, you will support pre-construction and work-winning activities across large, complex healthcare schemes. Your responsibilities will include preparing first-principles estimates, supporting cost planning activities, and working closely with design, planning and commercial teams to ensure robust, deliverable solutions. You will engage with the supply chain, support optioneering and value engineering exercises, and contribute to risk and opportunity management throughout the tender and PCSA stages. What you'll need to succeed Estimating experience with a Tier 1 contractor preferred (Tier 2 considered with relevant hospital or major project experience) Healthcare experience is ideal, though candidates from complex environments such as defence, MoD estates, secure facilities, prisons, energy/nuclear, rail or major civils will also be considered. Strong commercial awareness and stakeholder engagement skills Experience of two-stage procurement and PCSA environments is advantageous. What you'll get in return Circa £70,000 + an excellent corporate package.In addition to a strong base salary, this role offers a company car or car allowance, bonus potential, enhanced pension and a comprehensive benefits package associated with a major Tier 1 organisation.You'll also gain the opportunity to build long-term career security on one of the UK's most important infrastructure programmes. This contractor is also well known for having some of the best tech in the industry. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Senior Estimator Watford (with hybrid working) About Us At Elmcroft, we are a family-run groundworks specialist with nearly five decades of experience supporting the modular construction sector. From site surveys through to civils construction and final landscaping, we deliver turnkey groundwork and enabling solutions that help our partners bring projects to life. Built on strong relationships, ethical working practices and a commitment to quality, our reputation has been forged through reliable delivery and exceptional service. We are now looking for a Senior Estimator to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working Monday to Friday, 7:30am - 4:30pm. The Benefits - Salary of up to £90,000, depending on experience - 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays - Discretionary Bonus Plan (after three months) - Pension scheme - Genuine autonomy and career progression - One day working from home per week after the onboarding period This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented groundworks, earthworks or civils estimator with specific expertise in drainage, foundations, concrete works, externals and associated civils to join our specialist construction firm. You'll have the chance to take ownership of our estimating function, in a role with genuine autonomy and plenty of scope to further develop and specialise your experience. What's more, you'll discover a market-leading rewards package, significant benefits and real growth and enhancement prospects, coupled with hybrid working, giving you flexibility in how you work to top off this exceptional role. The Role As a Senior Estimator, you will lead our estimating function, taking responsibility for the preparation, management and continuous improvement of bids across a wide range of groundworks and civils projects. Initially, you will bring our estimating function fully in-house, establishing a consistent and reliable approach to tendering, developing robust estimating processes, tools and controls, and ensuring all submissions are commercially sound and professionally presented. Delivering a pipeline of up to 20-30 small and large tenders each week, you will ensure every submission is accurate, competitive and supported by clear assumptions, risk ownership and pricing integrity. You will help strengthen our supply chain, improve margin reliability and build scalable estimating processes that support future growth. You will also play an important role in shaping the future of the department, creating the foundations for the development of an estimating team. Additionally, you will: - Produce bids for projects valued up to £3m+ - Prepare take-offs and cost estimates - Manage commercial and delivery risks - Drive value engineering opportunities - Lead handovers into project delivery teams About You To be considered as a Senior Estimator, you will need: - Proven estimating experience in groundworks, earthworks or civils - Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and tender documentation - Confidence producing take-offs and pricing for drainage, foundations, concrete works, externals and associated civils - Strong commercial judgement with the ability to identify risk, challenge ambiguity and protect margin through assumptions and clarifications - The ability to manage a mixed tender pipeline with calm prioritisation - Strong communication skills with the ability to explain pricing logic, risks and options to non-estimators - Strong IT and digital capability, including Bluebeam and Excel for analysis, comparisons and audit trails - High attention to detail with a track record of estimates that stand up in delivery Other organisations may call this role Estimation Manager, Lead Estimator, Senior Civils Estimator, Senior Groundworks Estimator, Pre-Construction Estimator, Civils Estimator, Commercial Estimator, Construction Estimator, or Pre-Construction Manager. Webrecruit and Elmcroft are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be. So, if you want to develop your career as a Senior Estimator, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.

Job Title: Estimator Multi-utility / Civils Location: Remote or can work from office Company: IES Utilities Group Ltd Business Area: Multi-utility About IES Utilities Group Ltd: IES Utilities Group Ltd is a leading UK utility Provider delivering end-to-end utility solutions. Our teams operate across Power, Gas, Water, Telecoms, District Heating and Renewables, where we provide survey, design, construction, and maintenance services nationwide. With a commitment to innovation, safety, and sustainability, IES supports clients in building and maintaining resilient, future-ready infrastructure networks across the UK. Headquartered in Manchester, IES continues to grow as a trusted partner in the utilities sector. Our vision is to be the leading utility and infrastructure services provider, Known for innovative and sustainable solutions to current and future challenges, and our mission: To enable essential utility networks and infrastructure to achieve exceptional levels of resilience and long-term value. Purpose of the Role : The successful Estimator will be responsible for supporting the estimating function across high-value, complex opportunities that are critical to the company s growth trajectory. Operating within a business with turnover up to £200m+ per annum, this role will ensure all estimates are accurate, competitive, and commercially robust, supporting the successful delivery of bids, acquisitions, and major strategic projects. Key Skills: Interpret the requirements of clients by undertaking detailed assessment of all project documents Produce estimate from first principles to include all labour, materials, sub-contractors and prelim items Cost modelling and cash flow forecasts Ability to work alone to tight deadlines as required Production of fully priced risk registers Good commercial knowledge and ability to interpret contract risks Interpretation of contract documents and identification of commercial risks Develop financial models and cost breakdowns to support business cases Presentation of estimate proposals to Senior Management and Directors in accordance with internal governance procedures Issue enquiries and benchmark prices taking consideration of stated exclusions Bid & Project Support Work with commercial and planning teams to ensure estimates support high-quality bid submissions Liaise with Operations to ensure estimates reflect all delivery requirements and capture all of the costs required to deliver the works Contribute to pricing strategies for complex frameworks, joint ventures, and strategic projects. Provide estimating input during negotiations with clients, partners, and investors. Governance & Risk Managemen t Ensure all estimates are compliant with company standards, client requirements, and regulatory frameworks. Maintain governance, audit trails, and benchmarking information to validate estimating accuracy. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement Engage with divisional leaders, commercial teams, and technical experts to validate assumptions and ensure deliverability. Build strong relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and partners to secure accurate pricing and market intelligence. Experience Extensive estimating experience within utilities, infrastructure, or construction, ideally across multiple sectors (power, water, gas, renewables, telecoms). The ideal candidate would be Multi-Discipline Excellent analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience engaging at Executive and Board levels. Key Measures of Success Timely delivery of accurate, competitive, and commercially robust estimates Positive feedback from all Managers, Department Heads of Business and Directors. What to do next: Click and apply Can also reach out and send your CV along with a cover letter

Due to an exciting period of growth our national civil engineering & rail client are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join their team. They are involved in a broad mix of projects across the civil engineering and rail sectors. Their work includes various types of infrastructure, delivered in both standalone contracts and ongoing frameworks. Operating in a dynamic environment, they collaborate with major clients, including those in the transport industry. Key Responsibilities: Review tender documentation to ensure completeness and identify any potential risks or concerns. Prepare detailed quantity take-offs based on project drawings and specifications. Coordinate with the admin team to issue enquiries for subcontractors and materials. Engage with suppliers and subcontractors to source competitive pricing. Evaluate and compare subcontractor and supplier quotations, ensuring consistency in data. Use first principles estimating techniques, referencing historical data and industry benchmarks. Work closely with the bid team, including planners and project managers, to define scope, resource needs, and delivery strategies. Assist in shaping bid methodologies and overall tender strategies. Attend bid meetings to track progress, evaluate risks, and support resource planning. Compile accurate and detailed tender submissions and pricing documents for client consideration. Support the handover of successful bids to the commercial delivery team and assist with post-tender clarifications. Contribute to post-tender reviews to improve estimating processes and accuracy on future bids. Candidate Requirements: Over 5 years of experience in the civil engineering or rail sector. Proven track record in managing civil engineering projects; rail infrastructure experience is a strong advantage. Solid understanding of civil construction processes; site-based or operational experience is beneficial. Proficient in Conquest estimating software, as well as Microsoft Excel and Word. Strong expertise in first principles estimating. Excellent communication, analytical, and organisational abilities. If the above role is of interest, please apply to this advert directly or contact James Leeds

Due to an exciting period of growth our national civil engineering & rail client are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join their team. They are involved in a broad mix of projects across the civil engineering and rail sectors. Their work includes various types of infrastructure, delivered in both standalone contracts and ongoing frameworks click apply for full job details