An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Bid Writer to join a growing, forward thinking main contractor, based in Rochester, Kent. This is an ideal role for somebody with Bid Writing experience within a Main Contractor Environment. Please note applicant must be based in Kent office 5 days a week (7am - 4pm). For this role, you will work closely alongside Estimators, Project Managers and senior lea click apply for full job details
Nov 27, 2025
Full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Bid Writer to join a growing, forward thinking main contractor, based in Rochester, Kent. This is an ideal role for somebody with Bid Writing experience within a Main Contractor Environment. Please note applicant must be based in Kent office 5 days a week (7am - 4pm). For this role, you will work closely alongside Estimators, Project Managers and senior lea click apply for full job details
Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Northampton, Northamptonshire
Junior Construction Estimator (Training/Progression) Northampton £40,000-£45,000 + Training + Progression + Bonus + Hybrid Are you a Junior Estimator or have a Construction background looking to join an award winning and ambitious company who will invest in your professional development through training and offer progression opportunities into more Senior and Management roles? Do you want to join a co click apply for full job details
Nov 27, 2025
Full time
Junior Construction Estimator (Training/Progression) Northampton £40,000-£45,000 + Training + Progression + Bonus + Hybrid Are you a Junior Estimator or have a Construction background looking to join an award winning and ambitious company who will invest in your professional development through training and offer progression opportunities into more Senior and Management roles? Do you want to join a co click apply for full job details
Job description: Are you an enthusiastic and experienced Electrical Estimator with a passion for Building Services? Were growing our Building Services team at our Peterborough Branch and are excited to welcome a talented professional whos ready to make a real difference. If you take pride in delivering high-quality work, enjoy collaborating with others, and are looking for a role where your skills an click apply for full job details
Nov 27, 2025
Full time
Job description: Are you an enthusiastic and experienced Electrical Estimator with a passion for Building Services? Were growing our Building Services team at our Peterborough Branch and are excited to welcome a talented professional whos ready to make a real difference. If you take pride in delivering high-quality work, enjoy collaborating with others, and are looking for a role where your skills an click apply for full job details
Are you a technically minded professional with strong design skills who also has experience in estimating? Were partnering with a forward-thinking industry leader known for innovation and quality, whos looking for a Design Estimator to join their growing team. This is a key role where youll help bridge the gap between client vision and technical delivery transforming project concepts into accurat click apply for full job details
Nov 27, 2025
Full time
Are you a technically minded professional with strong design skills who also has experience in estimating? Were partnering with a forward-thinking industry leader known for innovation and quality, whos looking for a Design Estimator to join their growing team. This is a key role where youll help bridge the gap between client vision and technical delivery transforming project concepts into accurat click apply for full job details
Construction Operations Manager & Estimator Location: Chelmsford, Essex (Hybrid flexibility available) Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum + Company vehicle + Benefits Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Benefits: Competitive salary and car/allowance, Company pension and performance based bonus, Real autonomy to lead and shape construction operations, Rewarding work that directly improves lives and Su click apply for full job details
Nov 27, 2025
Full time
Construction Operations Manager & Estimator Location: Chelmsford, Essex (Hybrid flexibility available) Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum + Company vehicle + Benefits Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Benefits: Competitive salary and car/allowance, Company pension and performance based bonus, Real autonomy to lead and shape construction operations, Rewarding work that directly improves lives and Su click apply for full job details
Electrical Estimator & Project Manager Loughborough Permanent, full-time Competitive salary plus benefits and company car The Electrical Estimator & Project manager is required to undertake all duties associated with the preparatory tasks in relation to service delivery, namely surveys, preparing and submission of quotations, supervision of works teams and other associated tasks click apply for full job details
Nov 27, 2025
Full time
Electrical Estimator & Project Manager Loughborough Permanent, full-time Competitive salary plus benefits and company car The Electrical Estimator & Project manager is required to undertake all duties associated with the preparatory tasks in relation to service delivery, namely surveys, preparing and submission of quotations, supervision of works teams and other associated tasks click apply for full job details
Estimator (Roofing / Cladding) £50,000-£60,000 + Remote + Flexible Hours + Company Bonus + Car Allowance + Progression + Training + Company Benefits Remote, with regular travel to sites Are you an Estimator or similar from a Roofing / Cladding background looking for a technically challenging, remote role within a well-established Contractor who offer the autonomy to work on specialist projects and to click apply for full job details
Nov 27, 2025
Full time
Estimator (Roofing / Cladding) £50,000-£60,000 + Remote + Flexible Hours + Company Bonus + Car Allowance + Progression + Training + Company Benefits Remote, with regular travel to sites Are you an Estimator or similar from a Roofing / Cladding background looking for a technically challenging, remote role within a well-established Contractor who offer the autonomy to work on specialist projects and to click apply for full job details
An opportunity has become available for a Senior Estimator (Electrical) required for a leading Project Services company who work within the UK Railways & Power Supplies industries. Previous experience working with HV/LV systems, electrical estimating who can support with tenders and plan a job. Both permanent and contract is considered, full time role, hybrid working, office located in the Midlands click apply for full job details
Nov 27, 2025
Full time
An opportunity has become available for a Senior Estimator (Electrical) required for a leading Project Services company who work within the UK Railways & Power Supplies industries. Previous experience working with HV/LV systems, electrical estimating who can support with tenders and plan a job. Both permanent and contract is considered, full time role, hybrid working, office located in the Midlands click apply for full job details
Technical Bid Manager Gas & Water Derbyshire £45,000 to £60,000 DOE + Holidays + Bank Holidays + Pension + Company Benefits + Training & Development Opportunities + Progression Opportunities TECHNICAL BID MANAGER OR TECHNICAL ESTIMATOR WITH EXPERIENCE WITHIN THE WATER AND OR GAS INDUSTRY REQUIRED This is a great opportunity to join a well established business who have a fantastic reputation in their click apply for full job details
Nov 27, 2025
Full time
Technical Bid Manager Gas & Water Derbyshire £45,000 to £60,000 DOE + Holidays + Bank Holidays + Pension + Company Benefits + Training & Development Opportunities + Progression Opportunities TECHNICAL BID MANAGER OR TECHNICAL ESTIMATOR WITH EXPERIENCE WITHIN THE WATER AND OR GAS INDUSTRY REQUIRED This is a great opportunity to join a well established business who have a fantastic reputation in their click apply for full job details
Senior Estimator Location - Hatfield, Hertfordshire 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 tender submittals (including identifying opportunities and risks for each project), undertaking estimates, liaising with stakeholders to agree methodology and principles, maintaining tender files / register of key assumptions, and note-taking from meetings, 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 high-value tenders (up to £5m) within rail drainage, utilities, and civils, along with having a commercial or engineering background (holding chartered / incorporated status or working towards it). You will also be confident at dealing with and collaborating with different stakeholders at a high level, have excellent research, proposal writing, and oral presentation skills, have knowledge of best industry practices and standards, be able to ensure that all tender submissions are both feasible and profitable, and be willing to perform site visits as required. The client is a multi-disciplinary rail contractor based in Hertfordshire, and benefits for working for this company include a car allowance or company car, equipment (including laptop and phone), pension, on-site parking, 23-days annual leave (increasing with service) and other benefits. - 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.
Nov 27, 2025
Full time
Senior Estimator Location - Hatfield, Hertfordshire 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 tender submittals (including identifying opportunities and risks for each project), undertaking estimates, liaising with stakeholders to agree methodology and principles, maintaining tender files / register of key assumptions, and note-taking from meetings, 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 high-value tenders (up to £5m) within rail drainage, utilities, and civils, along with having a commercial or engineering background (holding chartered / incorporated status or working towards it). You will also be confident at dealing with and collaborating with different stakeholders at a high level, have excellent research, proposal writing, and oral presentation skills, have knowledge of best industry practices and standards, be able to ensure that all tender submissions are both feasible and profitable, and be willing to perform site visits as required. The client is a multi-disciplinary rail contractor based in Hertfordshire, and benefits for working for this company include a car allowance or company car, equipment (including laptop and phone), pension, on-site parking, 23-days annual leave (increasing with service) and other benefits. - 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.
Mechanical Estimator - Central London (Farringdon) Salary: £60,000 - £85,000 (DOE) Sector: Commercial Building Services / MEP NEOS Engineering is recruiting on behalf of a reputable building services contractor based in Farringdon, Central London , who are seeking an experienced Mechanical Estimator to join their growing team click apply for full job details
Nov 27, 2025
Full time
Mechanical Estimator - Central London (Farringdon) Salary: £60,000 - £85,000 (DOE) Sector: Commercial Building Services / MEP NEOS Engineering is recruiting on behalf of a reputable building services contractor based in Farringdon, Central London , who are seeking an experienced Mechanical Estimator to join their growing team click apply for full job details
Estimator Commercial Fit Out Job Title: Estimator Commercial Fit Out Job reference Number: -24327 Industry Sector: Estimator, Estimating, Estimates, Contractors, Main Contractors, Sub-Contractors, Fit Out, Retail Fit Out, Commercial Fit Out, Leisure Fit Out Location: Commutable to Newry, County Down Remuneration: £60,000 - £70,000 + profit related bonus Benefits: Comprehensive benefits p click apply for full job details
Nov 27, 2025
Full time
Estimator Commercial Fit Out Job Title: Estimator Commercial Fit Out Job reference Number: -24327 Industry Sector: Estimator, Estimating, Estimates, Contractors, Main Contractors, Sub-Contractors, Fit Out, Retail Fit Out, Commercial Fit Out, Leisure Fit Out Location: Commutable to Newry, County Down Remuneration: £60,000 - £70,000 + profit related bonus Benefits: Comprehensive benefits p click apply for full job details
Location: London Salary: £65,000 - £95,000 (depending on experience) + benefits Company: UK Fit Out Contractor Reporting To: Head of Estimating Project Values: £2m - £20m+ Sectors: Commercial fit outs, refurbishments, cut & carve The Opportunity We're working with a rapidly growing, fit out contractor with a turnover of around £50m, who are looking to expand their pre-construction team with an experienced Estimator or Senior Estimator. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic, ambitious company delivering high-quality commercial office fit outs, refurbishments, and complex cut & carve projects across London. You'll be given the autonomy to lead your own tenders and work closely with the Head of Estimating and wider pre-construction team. What You'll Be Doing Independently manage and lead tenders from initial enquiry through to submission Prepare accurate and competitive cost plans and tender submissions Liaise with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners throughout the process Carry out site visits and subcontractor pricing evaluations Attend tender interviews and presentations as required Work collaboratively with design, planning, and delivery teams Identify value engineering opportunities and commercial risks Support junior estimators or pre-construction staff if required What We're Looking For Proven experience as an Estimator or Senior Estimator in the fit out or refurbishment sector Confident managing tenders in the £2m-£20m+ range Strong technical knowledge across office fit out, refurbishment, and cut & carve schemes Excellent numerical, analytical, and communication skills Ability to work independently and under pressure to meet deadlines Proficiency in estimation software (e.g. ConQuest, Excel, or similar) A proactive solutions-driven approach What's On Offer Salary between £65,000 - £95,000 (depending on experience) Strong benefits package Genuine opportunity for progression as the business continues to grow A supportive team environment and direct reporting line to the Head of Estimating The chance to work on standout commercial projects in Central London Apply now to take a lead role in a growing pre-construction team at one of the most exciting up-and-coming contractors in the London fit out market.
Nov 27, 2025
Full time
Location: London Salary: £65,000 - £95,000 (depending on experience) + benefits Company: UK Fit Out Contractor Reporting To: Head of Estimating Project Values: £2m - £20m+ Sectors: Commercial fit outs, refurbishments, cut & carve The Opportunity We're working with a rapidly growing, fit out contractor with a turnover of around £50m, who are looking to expand their pre-construction team with an experienced Estimator or Senior Estimator. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic, ambitious company delivering high-quality commercial office fit outs, refurbishments, and complex cut & carve projects across London. You'll be given the autonomy to lead your own tenders and work closely with the Head of Estimating and wider pre-construction team. What You'll Be Doing Independently manage and lead tenders from initial enquiry through to submission Prepare accurate and competitive cost plans and tender submissions Liaise with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners throughout the process Carry out site visits and subcontractor pricing evaluations Attend tender interviews and presentations as required Work collaboratively with design, planning, and delivery teams Identify value engineering opportunities and commercial risks Support junior estimators or pre-construction staff if required What We're Looking For Proven experience as an Estimator or Senior Estimator in the fit out or refurbishment sector Confident managing tenders in the £2m-£20m+ range Strong technical knowledge across office fit out, refurbishment, and cut & carve schemes Excellent numerical, analytical, and communication skills Ability to work independently and under pressure to meet deadlines Proficiency in estimation software (e.g. ConQuest, Excel, or similar) A proactive solutions-driven approach What's On Offer Salary between £65,000 - £95,000 (depending on experience) Strong benefits package Genuine opportunity for progression as the business continues to grow A supportive team environment and direct reporting line to the Head of Estimating The chance to work on standout commercial projects in Central London Apply now to take a lead role in a growing pre-construction team at one of the most exciting up-and-coming contractors in the London fit out market.
A UK-based fit out contractor is seeking an experienced Estimator or Senior Estimator to join their pre-construction team in London. This role offers a competitive salary between £65,000 and £95,000, based on experience, along with a strong benefits package and a genuine opportunity for progression within a dynamic team environment. Responsibilities include managing tenders and preparing cost plans for commercial projects throughout London.
Nov 27, 2025
Full time
A UK-based fit out contractor is seeking an experienced Estimator or Senior Estimator to join their pre-construction team in London. This role offers a competitive salary between £65,000 and £95,000, based on experience, along with a strong benefits package and a genuine opportunity for progression within a dynamic team environment. Responsibilities include managing tenders and preparing cost plans for commercial projects throughout London.
The Company: An exciting opportunity for an Estimator / Senior Estimator to join a Contractor in the Derby area. As a major UK contractor my client has a diversified workload in the Civil Engineering sector. Boasting a strong reputation for providing whole-life solutions, high standards of project delivery, and an ability to innovate. My client work on a variety of Civil Engineering schemes such as Highways, Roads, 278s, Structures, Bridges, Earthworks, Drainage, Flood Defence and more. About The Role As an Estimator / Senior Estimator you will play an integral role in tendering work in the Midlands region. Your focus will be: Creating and understanding specifications. Building relationships with clients. Pricing form data and proposing these to clients. Reporting and working closely with the Director. About You Experience presenting quotes and specifications to clients. Experience working on Civil Engineering Schemes. Live within or commutable to Derby. Experience using Candy and/or Causeway & Excel systems. First Principals and Project Take Off experience. If you're interested in the role or have any further questions, please apply, or email me on and I will reply.
Nov 27, 2025
Full time
The Company: An exciting opportunity for an Estimator / Senior Estimator to join a Contractor in the Derby area. As a major UK contractor my client has a diversified workload in the Civil Engineering sector. Boasting a strong reputation for providing whole-life solutions, high standards of project delivery, and an ability to innovate. My client work on a variety of Civil Engineering schemes such as Highways, Roads, 278s, Structures, Bridges, Earthworks, Drainage, Flood Defence and more. About The Role As an Estimator / Senior Estimator you will play an integral role in tendering work in the Midlands region. Your focus will be: Creating and understanding specifications. Building relationships with clients. Pricing form data and proposing these to clients. Reporting and working closely with the Director. About You Experience presenting quotes and specifications to clients. Experience working on Civil Engineering Schemes. Live within or commutable to Derby. Experience using Candy and/or Causeway & Excel systems. First Principals and Project Take Off experience. If you're interested in the role or have any further questions, please apply, or email me on and I will reply.
Our team, Connect Plus Services, is responsible for operating and maintaining the M25 network, including all adjoining trunk and slip roads, on behalf of Connect Plus and National Highways. Join our Commercial Team as a Senior Estimator, working within our Change Team What You'll Be Doing As a Senior Estimator, you will have the following accountabilities: Undertake estimates in accordance with the company's policies and procedures. Review technical reports, drawings, and specifications to prepare accurate costing sheets for materials, labour, and equipment. Translate measurements from drawings and specifications and prepare Bills of Quantities and Schedules of Rates. Oversee and/or interrogate design options and 'value' solutions, and, if appropriate, identify the attractiveness of a project based on sound estimating principles. Mentor and support more junior members of the team. Record assumptions and identify risks and opportunities, including supporting the development of risk evaluation from a pricing/budgetary perspective. Liaise with members of the Change Team, wider Connect Plus Services team, other BB business units, and the supply chain to develop and understand proposed methodologies and principles. Maintain and update the library of rates on CANDY estimating software. Who We're Looking For Infrastructure main contractor background, ideally within the highways term-maintenance market. Previous experience in estimating heavy civil engineering projects (commercial or operational background considered). Chartered by a relevant industry-recognised body (e.g., ICE, CICES, RICS, CIOB) - desirable. Proficient in the use of Excel and other Microsoft Office programmes (Word, Outlook) and similar software. Experienced estimating background using CANDY estimating software - desirable. A valid CSCS card. Working knowledge of best practice solutions, optimisation of innovative ideas, and an understanding of Lean Construction principles and cost planning within a long-term highways maintenance setting - desirable. Understanding of BIM and the ability to read and assemble BIM models and produce appropriate reports - desirable. Good working knowledge of pricing and quantification methods. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, coupled with the ability to form effective relationships with internal and external partners. Inspiring : Champions curiosity and continuous improvement, role modelling change and managing risks to achieve project outcomes. Energising: Role models positive and energised project focussed attitudes towards and continuous improvement. Challenging : seeks and advocates improvements to add value and drive continuous performance. Challengeable : Encourage a culture of skilled challenging and seek to understand and explore challenge to enable improvement. Influencing : Builds commitment and consensus, and role models CPS leadership behaviours to deliver our goals. Why Work for Us? At Connect Plus Services (CPS), you'll be part of a world class team maintaining and operating the M25, Europe's busiest motorway. As a joint venture between Balfour Beatty, Atkins, and Egis, we play a vital role in keeping millions of journeys moving safely and efficiently. A Career Like No Other Working on the M25 offers unrivalled experience, challenges, and opportunities that no other highways project can provide. You'll be exposed to cutting edge technology, large scale infrastructure, and complex engineering solutions, making every day dynamic and rewarding. Long Term Stability & Growth With 15+ years remaining on this project, we offer career stability, professional development, and progression opportunities. Whether you're looking to build new skills or take the next step in your career, we invest in your growth. A Supportive & Inclusive Team At CPS, your contributions matter. We foster a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work environment where safety, innovation, and teamwork drive everything we do. Location: This is a hybrid role designed to fully maximise team collaboration on the project, we offer flexible working where you will typically be working from your base CPS office, Leatherhead, Dartford or South Mimms up to three days per week and two days from home. Note to all internal CPS employees: If you are interested in applying, please submit your application through your parent company's careers portal by entering the job title in the search bar. If your employing company is not advertising this role, please submit your CV and the role title to
Nov 27, 2025
Full time
Our team, Connect Plus Services, is responsible for operating and maintaining the M25 network, including all adjoining trunk and slip roads, on behalf of Connect Plus and National Highways. Join our Commercial Team as a Senior Estimator, working within our Change Team What You'll Be Doing As a Senior Estimator, you will have the following accountabilities: Undertake estimates in accordance with the company's policies and procedures. Review technical reports, drawings, and specifications to prepare accurate costing sheets for materials, labour, and equipment. Translate measurements from drawings and specifications and prepare Bills of Quantities and Schedules of Rates. Oversee and/or interrogate design options and 'value' solutions, and, if appropriate, identify the attractiveness of a project based on sound estimating principles. Mentor and support more junior members of the team. Record assumptions and identify risks and opportunities, including supporting the development of risk evaluation from a pricing/budgetary perspective. Liaise with members of the Change Team, wider Connect Plus Services team, other BB business units, and the supply chain to develop and understand proposed methodologies and principles. Maintain and update the library of rates on CANDY estimating software. Who We're Looking For Infrastructure main contractor background, ideally within the highways term-maintenance market. Previous experience in estimating heavy civil engineering projects (commercial or operational background considered). Chartered by a relevant industry-recognised body (e.g., ICE, CICES, RICS, CIOB) - desirable. Proficient in the use of Excel and other Microsoft Office programmes (Word, Outlook) and similar software. Experienced estimating background using CANDY estimating software - desirable. A valid CSCS card. Working knowledge of best practice solutions, optimisation of innovative ideas, and an understanding of Lean Construction principles and cost planning within a long-term highways maintenance setting - desirable. Understanding of BIM and the ability to read and assemble BIM models and produce appropriate reports - desirable. Good working knowledge of pricing and quantification methods. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, coupled with the ability to form effective relationships with internal and external partners. Inspiring : Champions curiosity and continuous improvement, role modelling change and managing risks to achieve project outcomes. Energising: Role models positive and energised project focussed attitudes towards and continuous improvement. Challenging : seeks and advocates improvements to add value and drive continuous performance. Challengeable : Encourage a culture of skilled challenging and seek to understand and explore challenge to enable improvement. Influencing : Builds commitment and consensus, and role models CPS leadership behaviours to deliver our goals. Why Work for Us? At Connect Plus Services (CPS), you'll be part of a world class team maintaining and operating the M25, Europe's busiest motorway. As a joint venture between Balfour Beatty, Atkins, and Egis, we play a vital role in keeping millions of journeys moving safely and efficiently. A Career Like No Other Working on the M25 offers unrivalled experience, challenges, and opportunities that no other highways project can provide. You'll be exposed to cutting edge technology, large scale infrastructure, and complex engineering solutions, making every day dynamic and rewarding. Long Term Stability & Growth With 15+ years remaining on this project, we offer career stability, professional development, and progression opportunities. Whether you're looking to build new skills or take the next step in your career, we invest in your growth. A Supportive & Inclusive Team At CPS, your contributions matter. We foster a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work environment where safety, innovation, and teamwork drive everything we do. Location: This is a hybrid role designed to fully maximise team collaboration on the project, we offer flexible working where you will typically be working from your base CPS office, Leatherhead, Dartford or South Mimms up to three days per week and two days from home. Note to all internal CPS employees: If you are interested in applying, please submit your application through your parent company's careers portal by entering the job title in the search bar. If your employing company is not advertising this role, please submit your CV and the role title to
Senior Estimator - Construction Senior Estimator - our client is searching for a Senior Estimator to join their expanding pre-construction team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Estimator to join a business delivering award winning schemes industrial, manufacturing, commercial and data centre projects ranging from £25m - £150m click apply for full job details
Nov 27, 2025
Full time
Senior Estimator - Construction Senior Estimator - our client is searching for a Senior Estimator to join their expanding pre-construction team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Estimator to join a business delivering award winning schemes industrial, manufacturing, commercial and data centre projects ranging from £25m - £150m click apply for full job details
Our team, Connect Plus Services, is responsible for operating and maintaining the M25 network, including all adjoining trunk and slip roads, on behalf of Connect Plus and National Highways. Join our Commercial Team as a Senior Estimator, working within our Change Team What You'll Be Doing As a Senior Estimator, you will have the following accountabilities: Undertake estimates in accordance with the company's policies and procedures. Review technical reports, drawings, and specifications to prepare accurate costing sheets for materials, labour, and equipment. Translate measurements from drawings and specifications and prepare Bills of Quantities and Schedules of Rates. Oversee and/or interrogate design options and 'value' solutions, and, if appropriate, identify the attractiveness of a project based on sound estimating principles. Mentor and support more junior members of the team. Record assumptions and identify risks and opportunities, including supporting the development of risk evaluation from a pricing/budgetary perspective. Liaise with members of the Change Team, wider Connect Plus Services team, other BB business units, and the supply chain to develop and understand proposed methodologies and principles. Maintain and update the library of rates on CANDY estimating software. Who We're Looking For Infrastructure main contractor background, ideally within the highways term-maintenance market. Previous experience in estimating heavy civil engineering projects (commercial or operational background considered). Chartered by a relevant industry-recognised body (e.g., ICE, CICES, RICS, CIOB) - desirable. Proficient in the use of Excel and other Microsoft Office programmes (Word, Outlook) and similar software. Experienced estimating background using CANDY estimating software - desirable. A valid CSCS card. Working knowledge of best practice solutions, optimisation of innovative ideas, and an understanding of Lean Construction principles and cost planning within a long-term highways maintenance setting - desirable. Understanding of BIM and the ability to read and assemble BIM models and produce appropriate reports - desirable. Good working knowledge of pricing and quantification methods. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, coupled with the ability to form effective relationships with internal and external partners. Inspiring : Champions curiosity and continuous improvement, role modelling change and managing risks to achieve project outcomes. Energising: Role models positive and energised project focussed attitudes towards and continuous improvement. Challenging : seeks and advocates improvements to add value and drive continuous performance. Challengeable : Encourage a culture of skilled challenging and seek to understand and explore challenge to enable improvement. Influencing : Builds commitment and consensus, and role models CPS leadership behaviours to deliver our goals. Why Work for Us? At Connect Plus Services (CPS), you'll be part of a world class team maintaining and operating the M25, Europe's busiest motorway. As a joint venture between Balfour Beatty, Atkins, and Egis, we play a vital role in keeping millions of journeys moving safely and efficiently. A Career Like No Other Working on the M25 offers unrivalled experience, challenges, and opportunities that no other highways project can provide. You'll be exposed to cutting edge technology, large scale infrastructure, and complex engineering solutions, making every day dynamic and rewarding. Long Term Stability & Growth With 15+ years remaining on this project, we offer career stability, professional development, and progression opportunities. Whether you're looking to build new skills or take the next step in your career, we invest in your growth. A Supportive & Inclusive Team At CPS, your contributions matter. We foster a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work environment where safety, innovation, and teamwork drive everything we do. Location: This is a hybrid role designed to fully maximise team collaboration on the project, we offer flexible working where you will typically be working from your base CPS office, Leatherhead, Dartford or South Mimms up to three days per week and two days from home. Note to all internal CPS employees: If you are interested in applying, please submit your application through your parent company's careers portal by entering the job title in the search bar. If your employing company is not advertising this role, please submit your CV and the role title to
Nov 27, 2025
Full time
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