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We're looking for a Senior Estimator to join our team working on railway, aviation, nuclear and defence projects. Location: Remote working available, with travel to the office as necessary Hours: 40 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us. We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role. What will you be responsible for? As a Senior Estimator (Rail), you'll be working within the estimating team, supporting them in securing new work through competitive tenders and negotiated contracts. You'll be responsible for maximising our commercial position whilst securing opportunities that align with our Business Plan objectives. Working collaboratively with colleagues across preconstruction teams, you'll play a vital role in preparing pricing for tenders and other business opportunities. Your day to day will include: Leading the estimating process from receipt of client documents through to handover to delivery teams Ensuring accuracy and completeness of estimates, presenting findings at bid team meetings and final reviews Preparing structured items and quantities using methods of measurement, pricing work under various contract forms Working with the procurement team to develop supply chain strategies, appraising quotations and selecting appropriate partners Identifying key risks, supervising junior team members, and supporting their professional development What are we looking for? This role of Senior Estimator (Rail) is great for you if: You have at least degree/HNC qualification in construction or civil engineering, with professional qualification You bring experience as an Estimator with a major civil engineering contractor or as a Senior Estimator with Tier 2 contractors You have a good understanding of railway sector work types, possession working and typical site constraints You possess strong commercial awareness with knowledge of main Forms of Contract and excellent communication skills You have ability in using Excel and either RIB Candy estimating system or willingness to learn Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here . Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here . As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. We look forward to seeing your application to .

Atheray Stone are currently recruiting for an Estimator to work for a UK wide contractor, who are continuing to grow their Rail business and looking for additional Estimating support. This role can be based out of the Northwest or Midlands offices. As an Estimator, you will play a crucial role in the preparation, development, and delivery of competitive and commercially sound tenders. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage tenders from initial enquiry through to final submission Develop robust, competitive and cost-effective pricing strategies Collaborate with internal teams to define bid-winning approaches and methodologies Prepare detailed estimates using first principles Carry out take-offs from drawings and technical documentation Assess and manage risk and opportunity pricing within tenders Engage with the supply chain to obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations Work closely with Planners and delivery teams to ensure realistic resourcing and programme alignment Present tender proposals to senior management for review and approval Support continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the estimating function Mentor and support junior team members where appropriate Essential: Proven experience as an Estimator within civil engineering / infrastructure Strong experience in multi-disciplinary projects and/or frameworks Solid understanding of first principles estimating Ability to analyse technical information and translate it into accurate cost plans Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Rail Estimator Location - Hatfield, Hertfordshire (Hybrid role) Rail Contractor Permanent role 70,000 - 90,000 / year + benefits + car allowance A Senior Estimator is required to join a rail contractor on a permanent basis close to Hatfield. As the Senior Estimator, you will be responsible for leading estimates for civil engineering and drainage work and working with tender teams in order to secure sufficient work. Responsibilities include leading, mentoring, and developing estimators to assist with submitting tender (including identifying opportunities and risks for each project), undertaking estimates, liaising with stakeholders, maintaining tender files with the ultimate goal of winning work to meet the company growth targets. You will also be responsible for providing support to site teams relating to estimates and key assumptions, alongside obtaining feedback on estimations based on actual project cost. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of working on tenders (between 1,000 and up to 3m) within rail drainage, utilities, and civils or a related industry. You will also be confident at dealing with and collaborating with different stakeholders, have excellent writing and oral presentation skills, be able to ensure that all tender submissions are both feasible and profitable, and be willing to perform site visits as required. The ideal candidate will have progressed from a site-based role to estimating, with experience working for an SME on the railway. The client is a multi-disciplinary rail contractor based in Hertfordshire, and benefits for working for this company include hybrid and flexible working, a car allowance or company car, equipment (including laptop and phone), pension, on-site parking, and 23-days annual leave (increasing with service. Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our website.

National Business Development Manager opportunity within a growing specialist manufacturer Strategic specification-led sales role across major UK & Ireland infrastructure and construction projects Engage with leading M&E contractors and key distribution partners Excellent earning potential with uncapped commission accelerators Clear career progression into key account management and leadership opportunities THE ROLE: As a Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for driving demand and specification activity across the UK and Ireland for a range of modular, pre-fabricated off-site solutions used within cable management and metal extrusion applications. Working in a predominantly field-based capacity, you will engage with major M&E contractors, consultants, estimators, procurement teams and site stakeholders to secure product specification on large-scale projects across sectors including data centres, rail infrastructure, tunnels, pharmaceutical facilities, mechanical services, HVAC and nuclear applications. Once specified, you will work closely with distribution partners and internal teams to convert opportunities into revenue and support project delivery. LOCATION: National role covering the UK and Ireland, with approximately eight weeks per year in Ireland. Candidates can be based anywhere in the UK and should be comfortable with regular travel. REQUIREMENTS: Proven B2B sales or business development experience within cable management, conduits, modular systems or a related electrical/M&E product sector Experience engaging with contractors, consultants or specification-led sales environments Commercially focused, proactive and capable of developing new business opportunities Strong relationship building and stakeholder management skills Full UK driving licence THE PACKAGE: 60,000- 65,000 basic salary Annual bonus scheme with 20% target earnings and accelerator potential up to 2.5x Electric company car 25 days holiday plus statutory entitlement Pension scheme Private healthcare Mobile phone and laptop Life assurance (4x salary) THE COMPANY: This established and well-respected organisation designs and supplies specialist off-site and modular solutions supporting major construction and infrastructure projects throughout the UK and Ireland. With continued investment, strong technical support and ambitious growth plans, the business offers excellent long-term career opportunities for driven sales professionals seeking to develop their careers within a high-performance environment. The company is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. If you are looking for a specification-focused business development role with genuine earning potential and long-term progression, apply today.

Estimator Benefits: Company events Work from home Access to pension scheme Access to company bonus (when eligible) Role Overview: You ll be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive tender submissions for projects ranging from £50,000 to £2 million Your estimates will draw on thorough knowledge of refurbishment, construction, and maintenance scopes across their sectors, including custodial, education, commercial, healthcare and residential works. This role is for someone living within the Midlands and surrounding areas as you will have a 50/50 split between home and site. Key Responsibilities: Develop and prepare comprehensive cost estimates for tender bids (£50K £2M). Collate and analyse material, labour, plant, and subcontractor quotes. Ensure accurate risk assessment, including inflation and logistics. Monitor the company s core sectors: custodial, education, commercial, refurbishment, maintenance, residential. Coordinate with internal teams to align tender documentation and pricing. Maintain organised and defensible audit trails for all estimates. Work independently across the Midlands and Northern regions. Provide your own transport; a full UK driving license is essential. Qualifications & Requirements: Proven experience estimating for refurbishment and general construction projects (tenders between £50K £2M). Thorough understanding of our clients sector mix (custodial, education, commercial, residential, maintenance). RICS, BSc, BEng or CIOB qualification. Strong numerical, analytical, and attention-to-detail skills. Excellent written and verbal communication. Full UK driving licence and ability to travel regionally. Self-motivated and delivery-oriented mindset. Please apply online or call Sally Whittingham

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

Job Title: Bid Writer Location: Manchester Salary: 50,000 + Benefits About the Role We are seeking a talented Bid Writer with proven experience in the rail and civil engineering sectors to join our Manchester team. You will play a key role in producing high-quality, compelling written content for bids, proposals, and tender submissions, helping us to secure new business and grow our presence in the industry. Key Responsibilities Write, edit, and proofread high-quality bid and proposal content, tailored to client requirements Translate technical and operational input from subject matter experts into clear, concise, and persuasive responses Ensure all submissions are fully compliant, accurate, and delivered on time Support the development of win themes, storyboards, and value propositions Maintain a library of bid content, case studies, and standard responses Collaborate closely with bid managers, estimators, engineers, and other stakeholders Assist in post-bid reviews and continuously improve the quality of written submissions About You Proven experience as a Bid Writer , ideally within rail or civil engineering Excellent written communication skills with the ability to produce engaging and persuasive content Strong attention to detail and ability to work to tight deadlines Experience of working as part of a collaborative bid team Knowledge of bid management processes and compliance requirements Degree or equivalent in English, Communications, Business, or a related discipline (desirable) What We Offer Competitive salary of 50,000 per annum Attractive benefits package including pension and healthcare Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation Exposure to high-profile rail and civil engineering projects A collaborative and supportive working environment where your contribution will make a difference Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our website.

Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service. Estimators to Senior Estimators, we are hiring! get in touch if you would like to be part of the future with VolkerStevin and join our fantastic work winning team. The role of the Estimating Function is to produce a comprehensive and competent price for an agreed Scope of Work for review and approval by Senior Management, in accordance with company process and procedures. To contribute improvements in process and procedures for the control and effectiveness of the Estimating Function in line with Company Policy and Business Objectives Key accountabilities: To review & confirm Technical and Commercial requirements of the Tender / Project. To undertake Site Visits to enable understanding of scheme location, constraints and environment To contribute to Design Solution Development & Optioneering. To influence agreement of Solution (buildability, delivery methodology, temporary works) To manage / produce the Bills of quantities required to price the work. To define & prepare packages for Subcontract & Material Enquiries. To undertake detailed build up to Bill Items using Labour, Plant, Materials & Subcontract prices. To price temporary works and method related items. To analyse and confirm rates for all Labour, Plant, Material and Subcontract requirements. To produce comparisons of key LPMS components to demonstrate selections made. To prepare Prelims / General Items Costings (Staff, Accommodation, Compounds, Attendances etc) To review the programme and determine resource balancing requirement. To ensure Inflation, Forex, Insurances, and Bonding requirements are considered To contribute to the development of a Risk & Opportunity Register To prepare reports for Finalisation / Review Meetings and present to Senior Management for approval. To contribute to cost recovery strategy and Margin Improvement Plans To prepare the Price submission to the Client, implementing cost recovery strategies where necessary. To prepare assumptions, qualifications, and other submission requirements where necessary. To review costs from similar schemes to benchmark pricing. To maintain an awareness of relevant current legislation & company policy (For example HSEQS, EDI, etc). To maintain an awareness of current construction methods, techniques, materials, and solutions (especially related to their main sector of work). To assess alternatives and innovations and promote best practice and lessons learned. To visit operational sites and actively obtain feedback. To manage and coordinate wider tender activity for bid preparation (where required). To contribute to Estimating approach for continual improvement. About you Educational Base Relevant Engineering / Construction / Commercial Degree preferred Experience Project / Site Experience - Engineering / Project Management with a good construction knowledge, able to understand complex and technical information, understands construction techniques and can adapt to form methodologies for delivery. Estimating Experience - Mathematical ability, Commercial knowledge & able to Present Technical & Commercial Information Commercial Experience - Contracts (NEC 3 or 4 preferable) & Methods of Measurement Why work with us? VolkerStevin is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerStevin are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.

ROLE: Senior Estimator - Structural Steel SALARY: 40,000 - 70,000 LOCATION: South Wales Are you an experienced Estimator with a passion for structural steel and landmark infrastructure projects ? We are representing a market-leading steel fabrication specialist with a reputation for delivering complex, high-value works across the UK. With a growing pipeline of high-profile infrastructure and civil engineering projects , they are now seeking a talented Senior Estimator to strengthen their commercial team. Position Overview As Senior Estimator, you will play a pivotal role in shaping successful project outcomes by providing accurate and competitive costings for large-scale structural steel packages. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious professional to contribute to the delivery of projects that are helping shape the nation's infrastructure. Key Responsibilities Project Appraisal: Analyse drawings, specifications, and tender documentation for large-scale steel and infrastructure works. Cost Estimation: Prepare accurate cost estimates for structural steel packages, factoring in fabrication, erection, materials, logistics, and subcontractor services. Tendering & Bids: Develop competitive tender submissions and value-engineered solutions tailored to high-profile infrastructure projects. Supply Chain Collaboration: Engage with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain and negotiate competitive pricing. Commercial Risk Management: Identify potential risks, constraints, and opportunities in project delivery, with appropriate mitigation strategies. Cost Database & Benchmarking: Maintain accurate cost databases and ensure estimates reflect current market rates and best practices. Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, engineers, and directors to ensure estimates are aligned with client and project requirements. Required Qualifications & Experience Proven track record as an Estimator in the structural steel industry , ideally with exposure to major infrastructure projects (rail, bridges, highways, stadia, or similar large-scale works). Strong technical knowledge of steel fabrication and erection processes . Proficiency in estimating software, Microsoft Excel, and industry-standard tools. Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple complex tenders and deliver under pressure. For more information on this opportunity, please contact Sharon O'Donnell at The Highfield Company.

Senior Estimator - Civil Engineering & Rail Our client, a Large prestigious main contractor are currently recruiting for a 2 Senior Estimators to work on a number of civil engineering frameworks within rail & highways. Location: Warrington Remuneration: 60,000 - 80,000 per annum plus car / car allowance & benefits The Role: - Ensure all tender correspondence is recorded and logged - Review contents of tender documentation and provide feasibility advice - Co-ordinate the tender preparation documents submitted by other departments, ensuring that they adequately address the client's requirements - Ensure 'estimates for work' take adequate account of applicable legislation and recognised industry standards on health, safety, quality and environment - Prepare all necessary information on the technical and commercial aspects for submission. Identify potential opportunity / risk and evaluate options Prepare bills of quantities / schedule of rates for tender applications and first principle estimates - Prepare and submit tender queries / clarifications - Prepare and submit subcontract enquiries in line with company processes - Review subcontract tender submissions for compliance and inclusion into the estimate - Monitor contract compliance against statutory requirements Requirements: - First principles Estimating experience - Civil engineering tender background - Savvy stakeholder management skills If you are interested please contact John Baker or Kat Oxlade Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our website.