Job Title : Project Manager Location: Birmingham Salary: Competitive Job Type: Permanent, Full time About Excalon: Excalon was founded in 2002 and became part of the Renew Holdings Group in 2024. We are a leading infrastructure contractor specialising in the provision of services to the utilities industry. This is an exciting time to join our business. About The Role: As a Project Manager, you will manage a range of major infrastructure projects ensuring safe delivery, on time and within budget, whilst meeting all legislative requirements. This will require you to plan, manage and evaluate projects throughout their lifecycle and conduct pre-start and post-implementation reviews to embed a culture of continuous improvement. Key Accountabilities: Act as the principal site contact point for Excalon clients and ensure that all activities on site are in accordance with statutory requirements and company policy. Establish a strong understanding of our client's requirements and the impact of the success factors of the project. Ensure you can meet the scope with defined completion criteria and build long term relationships with the client. Produce accurate and attainable programs of work to be issued to the client for approval. Liaise with the programmers & notice management team to schedule the works and allocate resources. Assemble your key team resources to deliver the project(s) and manage and motivate this group to achieve the required results. Identify the dependencies between project activities and define the stages to ensure seamless delivery. Regularly monitor progress at a frequency which enables action to be taken to troubleshoot issues and push the project back on track: Measure revenue, productivity, and quality. Ensure that all necessary contract documentation and reports are accurate and produced on time and are effectively communicated, both internally and externally. Ensure the safe systems of work are implemented and that all necessary documentation is in place, complying with the CDM Regulations ensuring compliance with current legislation and specifications concerning operating practices. Prepare and issue method statements and risk assessments for inclusion into the site safety file. Select and nominate sub-contractors for specific works, ensuring high quality work at a competitive price. Take direct responsibility for Health and Safety of employees, sub-contractors, and visitors on the site. Manage costs, sales, and forecasts of each project in liaison with the Commercial department. Ensure that all project personnel have the appropriate training and competencies for their role. Work in partnership with the SHEQ and HR team to ensure full competency of project resources. Accurately measure, quantify, and order specific material requirements. Liaise with the client on technical issues ensuring quality and consistency of installations. Ensure all documentation is to the highest of standards, and Project Hangover Files are provided to the Client in an efficient time frame. Maximize team performance whilst focusing on a safety-first culture. Ensure delivery of all relevant equipment and materials on site as required. Accurately mark out routes, section lengths and joint bay positions where relevant, conveying this information to the operational delivery teams Ensure excavations comply with health and safety regulations and best practice - ensure the Ensure design criteria is met throughout the project life cycle. Liaise with sub-contractors to ensure all safety documentation is presented and they report to site when required. To attend pre-start and site meetings as required by Clients and the Business To inform the Contracts Coordinator of any non-conformances within the Project Complete time sheets for staff working on your projects as directed by the Operations Manager Write site specific RAMS for the project Update straight line Drawings every week (SLD if required) About you: Essential Skills, Knowledge & Experience: Recognised Project Management Qualification (RICS or APM) Microsoft Project Foundation CSCS - Academically Qualified or Supervisors/Managers Card SMSTS Temporary Works Supervisor NRSWA: Streetworks Supervisor Confined Spaces Deep Excavation / Temporary Works Supervisor Emergency First Aid Proficient in the use of Microsoft office suite Desirable Skills, Knowledge & Experience: Existing Experience as a Project Manager for Infrastructure Projects NVQ Level 5 Benefits: Auto-enrolment pension Death in service 1x salary Occupational Health Surveillance Employee Assistance Programme Funded Qualifications and Training Company vehicle and fuel card Additional Information: We respectfully request no agencies at this time. All applicants must reside and have the right to live and work in the UK. Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Infrastructure Project Manager, Infrastructure Planning, Project Management, Project Administrator, Project Estimator, Project Planning, Project Coordinator, Project Director, Senior Project Lead, Construction Project Manager may all be considered.
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Job Title : Project Manager Location: Birmingham Salary: Competitive Job Type: Permanent, Full time About Excalon: Excalon was founded in 2002 and became part of the Renew Holdings Group in 2024. We are a leading infrastructure contractor specialising in the provision of services to the utilities industry. This is an exciting time to join our business. About The Role: As a Project Manager, you will manage a range of major infrastructure projects ensuring safe delivery, on time and within budget, whilst meeting all legislative requirements. This will require you to plan, manage and evaluate projects throughout their lifecycle and conduct pre-start and post-implementation reviews to embed a culture of continuous improvement. Key Accountabilities: Act as the principal site contact point for Excalon clients and ensure that all activities on site are in accordance with statutory requirements and company policy. Establish a strong understanding of our client's requirements and the impact of the success factors of the project. Ensure you can meet the scope with defined completion criteria and build long term relationships with the client. Produce accurate and attainable programs of work to be issued to the client for approval. Liaise with the programmers & notice management team to schedule the works and allocate resources. Assemble your key team resources to deliver the project(s) and manage and motivate this group to achieve the required results. Identify the dependencies between project activities and define the stages to ensure seamless delivery. Regularly monitor progress at a frequency which enables action to be taken to troubleshoot issues and push the project back on track: Measure revenue, productivity, and quality. Ensure that all necessary contract documentation and reports are accurate and produced on time and are effectively communicated, both internally and externally. Ensure the safe systems of work are implemented and that all necessary documentation is in place, complying with the CDM Regulations ensuring compliance with current legislation and specifications concerning operating practices. Prepare and issue method statements and risk assessments for inclusion into the site safety file. Select and nominate sub-contractors for specific works, ensuring high quality work at a competitive price. Take direct responsibility for Health and Safety of employees, sub-contractors, and visitors on the site. Manage costs, sales, and forecasts of each project in liaison with the Commercial department. Ensure that all project personnel have the appropriate training and competencies for their role. Work in partnership with the SHEQ and HR team to ensure full competency of project resources. Accurately measure, quantify, and order specific material requirements. Liaise with the client on technical issues ensuring quality and consistency of installations. Ensure all documentation is to the highest of standards, and Project Hangover Files are provided to the Client in an efficient time frame. Maximize team performance whilst focusing on a safety-first culture. Ensure delivery of all relevant equipment and materials on site as required. Accurately mark out routes, section lengths and joint bay positions where relevant, conveying this information to the operational delivery teams Ensure excavations comply with health and safety regulations and best practice - ensure the Ensure design criteria is met throughout the project life cycle. Liaise with sub-contractors to ensure all safety documentation is presented and they report to site when required. To attend pre-start and site meetings as required by Clients and the Business To inform the Contracts Coordinator of any non-conformances within the Project Complete time sheets for staff working on your projects as directed by the Operations Manager Write site specific RAMS for the project Update straight line Drawings every week (SLD if required) About you: Essential Skills, Knowledge & Experience: Recognised Project Management Qualification (RICS or APM) Microsoft Project Foundation CSCS - Academically Qualified or Supervisors/Managers Card SMSTS Temporary Works Supervisor NRSWA: Streetworks Supervisor Confined Spaces Deep Excavation / Temporary Works Supervisor Emergency First Aid Proficient in the use of Microsoft office suite Desirable Skills, Knowledge & Experience: Existing Experience as a Project Manager for Infrastructure Projects NVQ Level 5 Benefits: Auto-enrolment pension Death in service 1x salary Occupational Health Surveillance Employee Assistance Programme Funded Qualifications and Training Company vehicle and fuel card Additional Information: We respectfully request no agencies at this time. All applicants must reside and have the right to live and work in the UK. Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Infrastructure Project Manager, Infrastructure Planning, Project Management, Project Administrator, Project Estimator, Project Planning, Project Coordinator, Project Director, Senior Project Lead, Construction Project Manager may all be considered.
This Electrical Estimator will report to the Estimating Manager and will work within Capital Programme based in our Bury St Edmunds/Stevenage office. You will be a permanent employee. You will attract a salary of £65,241 plus car and a bonus of 3%. This role can also offer blended working after probationary period (6 months) - 3 days in the office and 2 remote Close Date: 22/03/2026 We also provide the following additional benefits Reservist Leave - Additional 18 days full pay and 22 unpaid Personal Pension Plan - Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%) Tenancy Loan Deposit Scheme, Season Ticket Loan Tax efficient benefits: Cycle to Work, Home & Tech, and Green Car Leasing Schemes Occupational Health support Switched On - scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers' products Discounted gym membership Employee Assistance Programme JOB PURPOSE: Produce high-level outline cost plan based on estimated CU allowance of Governance Gate paper review Identify and report any missing scope costs from the Gate requirements or design take offs, ensuring they are accurately captured in Appendix B. Produce detailed pricing of HV & LV Installations from client specifications, conceptual designs, and technical work scopes Produce an abridged Appendix B supported by Senior Estimator for inclusion by the Infrastructure Planner into the Gate paper, Produce an independent full CU build Appendix B "detailed Cost plan" and "Should cost" for multi discipline electrical and civil works, including labour, plant, equipment, materials and sub-contract requirements Manage the Appendix B, ensuring revisions are annotated, updated and notify all stakeholders DIMENSIONS: EPN Region annual estimated turnover - £200m Functional Reports - None PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: Responsible for estimation of EPN APP and/or Major Connections projects, Understand and work withing the CPP estimating guidelines and procedures Liaison with Alliance Delivery Members, Framework Suppliers, the project delivery team, Alliance estimating team and all other stakeholders Ownership and production of the projects Appendix B Cost plans and Should cost. Pricing and estimating subject matter expert providing advice on techniques, durations and strategies for Appendix B CU builds. Work with the Capital programme operations team CPOT to produce their indirect "Should cost estimate" Work within the existing estimating team to introduce a best in class way of working on pricing and estimating activities across UK Power Networks Capital Programme. Evaluate pricing options or alternatives with the Project Manager and wider project delivery team Ensure compliance with all legislation and industry standards. Main contributor to the analysis of technical work scope, working with technical subject matter experts and using industry knowledge to formulate best value for commercial estimates. Work with the Risk Manager to ensure Appendix B includes accurate estimates of risk and assumptions. Responsible for the checking of accuracy and completeness of Alliance Delivery Member and Framework Provider returns. Review project programmes and provide recommendations to the project team that informs the Appendix B pricing Identification and elimination of hazards following the methodology of CDM for all projects (CDM notifiable or not). Talk at senior management level to demonstrate the robustness of proposed estimated value Knowledge of local market values to ensure accuracy and value for money in estimates that are received. Assist in cost control of materials and OEM pricing. Indirect cost forecasts (outturn costs/ construction costs). Core work is estimating the prospective costs and mandates for projects. Population of a new estimating database. NATURE AND SCOPE: The Estimator is part of the EPN Commercial team, and the wider Capital Programme estimating team responsible for the commercial pricing and estimating throughout the business. Capital Programme is made up of three regions (SPN, LPN and EPN) each split between Major Connection and APP portfolios. The Estimator will be based in the Stevenage office but may visit sites and other UKPN offices. Attendance would be expected at weekly estimating meetings, project development hub meetings and project kick off meetings to ensure coordination of estimating activities with other members of the estimating team and Delivery Members. SKILLS Numerical skills. Understanding of programmes (P6 and Microsoft Project). An awareness of data confidentiality (working in the regulated part of the business). Work with external engineering organisations and customers/partners representing the company to best effect. Must have team working ethic and customer focus. Understand construction drawings and design specifications. Understanding of the planning and sequencing of the construction of projects. Understanding of the process of procuring Subcontractors or suppliers. Compile information for submission to clients. QUALIFICATIONS: Will hold a formal qualification related to Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent. HND or Bachelor's degree in an industry-related field, such as Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent. Must be willing to attend safety courses and hold safety certificates. EXPERIENCE: Experience estimating multi discipline Civil, Mechanical, Structural and HV & LV electrical projects. Experience estimating large and complex work packages. Experience in electrical power installations and techniques. A sound understanding of Construction Design Management (CDM). Have knowledge of HV & LV installations and switchgear (not essential). Willing to work hours to suit deadlines. Willingness to travel on occasions. Review and understand Primavera P6 programmes and Microsoft Project. SOFTWARE: COSTOS CANDY Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Project Health & Safety Responsibilities Managers and supervisors carry both legal and company responsibilities for ensuring the health and safety of their employees, those under their control and those who might be affected by the work undertaken, i.e. public, visitors and employees of other organisations. This includes briefing individuals working for them and ensuring there is the necessary understanding, competence and application of requirements to work safely and without harming the environment. Employees will ensure they understand the health and safety risks involved in their work activities and their responsibility to apply the controls needed to manage those risks to acceptable levels. Similarly where work activities can have an adverse impact upon the environment, and where there are legal requirements, employees will understand those impacts and the controls they must ensure are applied. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. If you have any queries in connection to this vacancy or your application, please contact us at quoting the vacancy reference number and a member of the team will get in touch with you as soon as possible.
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
This Electrical Estimator will report to the Estimating Manager and will work within Capital Programme based in our Bury St Edmunds/Stevenage office. You will be a permanent employee. You will attract a salary of £65,241 plus car and a bonus of 3%. This role can also offer blended working after probationary period (6 months) - 3 days in the office and 2 remote Close Date: 22/03/2026 We also provide the following additional benefits Reservist Leave - Additional 18 days full pay and 22 unpaid Personal Pension Plan - Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%) Tenancy Loan Deposit Scheme, Season Ticket Loan Tax efficient benefits: Cycle to Work, Home & Tech, and Green Car Leasing Schemes Occupational Health support Switched On - scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers' products Discounted gym membership Employee Assistance Programme JOB PURPOSE: Produce high-level outline cost plan based on estimated CU allowance of Governance Gate paper review Identify and report any missing scope costs from the Gate requirements or design take offs, ensuring they are accurately captured in Appendix B. Produce detailed pricing of HV & LV Installations from client specifications, conceptual designs, and technical work scopes Produce an abridged Appendix B supported by Senior Estimator for inclusion by the Infrastructure Planner into the Gate paper, Produce an independent full CU build Appendix B "detailed Cost plan" and "Should cost" for multi discipline electrical and civil works, including labour, plant, equipment, materials and sub-contract requirements Manage the Appendix B, ensuring revisions are annotated, updated and notify all stakeholders DIMENSIONS: EPN Region annual estimated turnover - £200m Functional Reports - None PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: Responsible for estimation of EPN APP and/or Major Connections projects, Understand and work withing the CPP estimating guidelines and procedures Liaison with Alliance Delivery Members, Framework Suppliers, the project delivery team, Alliance estimating team and all other stakeholders Ownership and production of the projects Appendix B Cost plans and Should cost. Pricing and estimating subject matter expert providing advice on techniques, durations and strategies for Appendix B CU builds. Work with the Capital programme operations team CPOT to produce their indirect "Should cost estimate" Work within the existing estimating team to introduce a best in class way of working on pricing and estimating activities across UK Power Networks Capital Programme. Evaluate pricing options or alternatives with the Project Manager and wider project delivery team Ensure compliance with all legislation and industry standards. Main contributor to the analysis of technical work scope, working with technical subject matter experts and using industry knowledge to formulate best value for commercial estimates. Work with the Risk Manager to ensure Appendix B includes accurate estimates of risk and assumptions. Responsible for the checking of accuracy and completeness of Alliance Delivery Member and Framework Provider returns. Review project programmes and provide recommendations to the project team that informs the Appendix B pricing Identification and elimination of hazards following the methodology of CDM for all projects (CDM notifiable or not). Talk at senior management level to demonstrate the robustness of proposed estimated value Knowledge of local market values to ensure accuracy and value for money in estimates that are received. Assist in cost control of materials and OEM pricing. Indirect cost forecasts (outturn costs/ construction costs). Core work is estimating the prospective costs and mandates for projects. Population of a new estimating database. NATURE AND SCOPE: The Estimator is part of the EPN Commercial team, and the wider Capital Programme estimating team responsible for the commercial pricing and estimating throughout the business. Capital Programme is made up of three regions (SPN, LPN and EPN) each split between Major Connection and APP portfolios. The Estimator will be based in the Stevenage office but may visit sites and other UKPN offices. Attendance would be expected at weekly estimating meetings, project development hub meetings and project kick off meetings to ensure coordination of estimating activities with other members of the estimating team and Delivery Members. SKILLS Numerical skills. Understanding of programmes (P6 and Microsoft Project). An awareness of data confidentiality (working in the regulated part of the business). Work with external engineering organisations and customers/partners representing the company to best effect. Must have team working ethic and customer focus. Understand construction drawings and design specifications. Understanding of the planning and sequencing of the construction of projects. Understanding of the process of procuring Subcontractors or suppliers. Compile information for submission to clients. QUALIFICATIONS: Will hold a formal qualification related to Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent. HND or Bachelor's degree in an industry-related field, such as Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent. Must be willing to attend safety courses and hold safety certificates. EXPERIENCE: Experience estimating multi discipline Civil, Mechanical, Structural and HV & LV electrical projects. Experience estimating large and complex work packages. Experience in electrical power installations and techniques. A sound understanding of Construction Design Management (CDM). Have knowledge of HV & LV installations and switchgear (not essential). Willing to work hours to suit deadlines. Willingness to travel on occasions. Review and understand Primavera P6 programmes and Microsoft Project. SOFTWARE: COSTOS CANDY Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Project Health & Safety Responsibilities Managers and supervisors carry both legal and company responsibilities for ensuring the health and safety of their employees, those under their control and those who might be affected by the work undertaken, i.e. public, visitors and employees of other organisations. This includes briefing individuals working for them and ensuring there is the necessary understanding, competence and application of requirements to work safely and without harming the environment. Employees will ensure they understand the health and safety risks involved in their work activities and their responsibility to apply the controls needed to manage those risks to acceptable levels. Similarly where work activities can have an adverse impact upon the environment, and where there are legal requirements, employees will understand those impacts and the controls they must ensure are applied. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. If you have any queries in connection to this vacancy or your application, please contact us at quoting the vacancy reference number and a member of the team will get in touch with you as soon as possible.
Estimator / Bid Manager UK-Wide (Travel Required) Permanent Competitive + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary Freedom is currently recruiting an Estimator / Bid Manager responsible for LV to 132kV substation construction and asset replacement projects for our DNO and/or Private Network Owner Customers. Whilst home location is not a major factor for this role, applicants should be aware this is a country wide role. Willingness to travel as required to customer sites is an essential part of the role. The successful applicant will be required to fully review tender enquiry packs and determine the scope and requirements for tender returns. They will be required to attend site visits to properly assess requirements of the enquiry or delegate this responsibility to others with clearly communicated objectives and expectation. From the information gained from the site visit, the successful applicant will then be expected to produce a detailed, fully costed proposal based on direct labour costs and from quotes sourced from our supply chain partners. When producing costed proposals due account needs to be taken of the sequence in which activities the project will be undertaken, activity durations, resource levels required and the overall methodology of delivering the project to an overall programme of works. Once completed, the costed proposal will be submitted to Senior Management for review, determination of risk and profit, leading to approval to submit to the customer. For successful tenders, the applicant will then compile and pass over a fully detailed handover pack to the Freedom Operations team and implement our process tools to adjust the opportunity pipeline of the Freedom Networks business. Responsibilities: You will: Review tender enquiry pack, resolve scope queries, then ensure that the preparation, review and submittal of customer proposals are estimated accurately and consistently incorporating compliance to customer specifications/documents, validation of our technical solution and value engineering. Be able to negotiate post tender with our customers to capture any late scope changes and to prepare and submit best and final offers. Establish excellence in our tendering preparation and submittal, ensuring we achieve the highest level of customer satisfaction (internal & external) resulting in business growth in our targeted areas. Have management of the overall tendering process from receipt of enquiry to submittal, then post tender negotiations. Co-ordination of all internal and external cost elements to ensure all risks are identified and mitigation plans established in line with company policies and procedures. Ensure a high degree of collaboration and teamwork is established with customer representatives, and with all Freedom business units and stakeholders to maximise opportunity levels for all aspects of our UK business. Requirements You will have: Higher qualification within an Engineering discipline - ideally in HV Power Engineering. Practical experience in the application of CDM 15 regulations and the ability to produce draft Construction Phase Plans. Minimum 5 years HV engineering experience within a Projects environment focussed on HV and EHV Substation works. Minimum 2 years' experience in a commercial estimating, bidding and customer facing environment. A practical working knowledge of high voltage electrical substations and the equipment found within would be beneficial. Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Estimator / Bid Manager UK-Wide (Travel Required) Permanent Competitive + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary Freedom is currently recruiting an Estimator / Bid Manager responsible for LV to 132kV substation construction and asset replacement projects for our DNO and/or Private Network Owner Customers. Whilst home location is not a major factor for this role, applicants should be aware this is a country wide role. Willingness to travel as required to customer sites is an essential part of the role. The successful applicant will be required to fully review tender enquiry packs and determine the scope and requirements for tender returns. They will be required to attend site visits to properly assess requirements of the enquiry or delegate this responsibility to others with clearly communicated objectives and expectation. From the information gained from the site visit, the successful applicant will then be expected to produce a detailed, fully costed proposal based on direct labour costs and from quotes sourced from our supply chain partners. When producing costed proposals due account needs to be taken of the sequence in which activities the project will be undertaken, activity durations, resource levels required and the overall methodology of delivering the project to an overall programme of works. Once completed, the costed proposal will be submitted to Senior Management for review, determination of risk and profit, leading to approval to submit to the customer. For successful tenders, the applicant will then compile and pass over a fully detailed handover pack to the Freedom Operations team and implement our process tools to adjust the opportunity pipeline of the Freedom Networks business. Responsibilities: You will: Review tender enquiry pack, resolve scope queries, then ensure that the preparation, review and submittal of customer proposals are estimated accurately and consistently incorporating compliance to customer specifications/documents, validation of our technical solution and value engineering. Be able to negotiate post tender with our customers to capture any late scope changes and to prepare and submit best and final offers. Establish excellence in our tendering preparation and submittal, ensuring we achieve the highest level of customer satisfaction (internal & external) resulting in business growth in our targeted areas. Have management of the overall tendering process from receipt of enquiry to submittal, then post tender negotiations. Co-ordination of all internal and external cost elements to ensure all risks are identified and mitigation plans established in line with company policies and procedures. Ensure a high degree of collaboration and teamwork is established with customer representatives, and with all Freedom business units and stakeholders to maximise opportunity levels for all aspects of our UK business. Requirements You will have: Higher qualification within an Engineering discipline - ideally in HV Power Engineering. Practical experience in the application of CDM 15 regulations and the ability to produce draft Construction Phase Plans. Minimum 5 years HV engineering experience within a Projects environment focussed on HV and EHV Substation works. Minimum 2 years' experience in a commercial estimating, bidding and customer facing environment. A practical working knowledge of high voltage electrical substations and the equipment found within would be beneficial. Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Senior Estimator - Civils / Infrastructure Location: Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire (Hybrid: minimum 3 days office/client site) Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 DOE + Car Allowance + Pension + Increasing Annual Leave Recruiter: Specialist Recruitment Agency (representing an anonymous client) Are you an experienced Estimator with a background in civil engineering or infrastructure works? Are you looking to join a growing contractor where you can influence bid strategy, lead tender activity, and play a key role in securing new projects? We are recruiting on behalf of a well established civils contractor with a strong presence in rail, drainage and utilities. Due to growth, they are seeking a Senior Estimator to join their Welwyn Garden City office. The company is open to a wide range of backgrounds - including Estimators who have worked their way up from the tools and have a grounded understanding of construction processes. Rail experience is helpful but not essential; strong civils experience is equally valued. The Role You will lead and develop detailed estimates for civils and drainage works across projects typically valued up to £5m. Working closely with bid, engineering, commercial and planning teams, you'll ensure tenders are accurate, competitive and aligned with strategic objectives. This is a hands on role suited to someone who enjoys collaboration, problem solving and shaping tender strategy from early engagement through to handover. Key Responsibilities Produce detailed estimates in line with company processes and tender requirements. Lead and mentor junior estimators, especially on larger bids. Work with Bid Managers, Engineers, Planners and Commercial teams to define methodology and pricing approach. Identify tender risks, opportunities and key assumptions. Prepare adjudication packs and present estimates to senior stakeholders. Maintain accurate estimating files and assumption registers. Provide indicative pricing to support business development. Attend site visits as required and ensure tender submissions are robust, compliant and commercially sound. Prepare handover packs for operational teams following contract award. What We're Looking For Strong civils, drainage, utilities or infrastructure experience (rail experience welcome but not essential). Proven experience preparing estimates up to approx. £5m. Good understanding of estimating software and Microsoft Excel. Confident presenting to senior stakeholders. Strong commercial thinking and attention to detail. Candidates who have progressed from hands on site roles into estimating are very welcome. Ability to travel for client meetings and site visits. Salary & Benefits £70,000 - £90,000 depending on experience Car allowance 23 days annual leave, increasing with length of service Company pension Office based role with at least 3 days per week on site or in the office Why Apply? Work with a supportive, expanding contractor with a strong project pipeline. Real influence over bid strategy and tender decision making. Opportunity to mentor others and lead on major tender submissions. Stable, long term role with progression potential.
Mar 10, 2026
Full time
Senior Estimator - Civils / Infrastructure Location: Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire (Hybrid: minimum 3 days office/client site) Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 DOE + Car Allowance + Pension + Increasing Annual Leave Recruiter: Specialist Recruitment Agency (representing an anonymous client) Are you an experienced Estimator with a background in civil engineering or infrastructure works? Are you looking to join a growing contractor where you can influence bid strategy, lead tender activity, and play a key role in securing new projects? We are recruiting on behalf of a well established civils contractor with a strong presence in rail, drainage and utilities. Due to growth, they are seeking a Senior Estimator to join their Welwyn Garden City office. The company is open to a wide range of backgrounds - including Estimators who have worked their way up from the tools and have a grounded understanding of construction processes. Rail experience is helpful but not essential; strong civils experience is equally valued. The Role You will lead and develop detailed estimates for civils and drainage works across projects typically valued up to £5m. Working closely with bid, engineering, commercial and planning teams, you'll ensure tenders are accurate, competitive and aligned with strategic objectives. This is a hands on role suited to someone who enjoys collaboration, problem solving and shaping tender strategy from early engagement through to handover. Key Responsibilities Produce detailed estimates in line with company processes and tender requirements. Lead and mentor junior estimators, especially on larger bids. Work with Bid Managers, Engineers, Planners and Commercial teams to define methodology and pricing approach. Identify tender risks, opportunities and key assumptions. Prepare adjudication packs and present estimates to senior stakeholders. Maintain accurate estimating files and assumption registers. Provide indicative pricing to support business development. Attend site visits as required and ensure tender submissions are robust, compliant and commercially sound. Prepare handover packs for operational teams following contract award. What We're Looking For Strong civils, drainage, utilities or infrastructure experience (rail experience welcome but not essential). Proven experience preparing estimates up to approx. £5m. Good understanding of estimating software and Microsoft Excel. Confident presenting to senior stakeholders. Strong commercial thinking and attention to detail. Candidates who have progressed from hands on site roles into estimating are very welcome. Ability to travel for client meetings and site visits. Salary & Benefits £70,000 - £90,000 depending on experience Car allowance 23 days annual leave, increasing with length of service Company pension Office based role with at least 3 days per week on site or in the office Why Apply? Work with a supportive, expanding contractor with a strong project pipeline. Real influence over bid strategy and tender decision making. Opportunity to mentor others and lead on major tender submissions. Stable, long term role with progression potential.
Construction & Property Recruitment
East Calder, West Lothian
We are currently working with a well-established civil engineering and groundworks contractor based in West Lothian who is looking to appoint an Assistant Estimator to join their growing commercial team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in groundworks or civils who's looking to further develop their estimating career within a fast-growing business working on major projects across Scotland for blue-chip clients. Working closely with the Commercial Director, you'll play a key role in the pre-construction phase, helping drive commercial success, Key Responsibilities Assist with the preparation of costing for groundworks and civils projects Review drawings, specifications, and other documents Produce accurate take-offs and assist with cost build-ups Support pricing of works Liaise with site teams and operational staff as required What We're Looking For Minimum 2 years' experience in an estimating or quantity surveying role Ideally with background in groundworks, civils, or construction Strong numerical and analytical skills Good understanding of construction processes and cost structures Relevant qualifications or equivalent experience What's in It for You? Salary up to 40,000 (depending on experience) Bonus scheme Clear progression path to Estimator level Supportive and collaborative team environment Direct mentorship from senior commercial leadership If you're interested in being considered for this position, please submit your CV for immediate consideration and phone Josh at C&P Recruitment on below number for more information.
Mar 01, 2026
Full time
We are currently working with a well-established civil engineering and groundworks contractor based in West Lothian who is looking to appoint an Assistant Estimator to join their growing commercial team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in groundworks or civils who's looking to further develop their estimating career within a fast-growing business working on major projects across Scotland for blue-chip clients. Working closely with the Commercial Director, you'll play a key role in the pre-construction phase, helping drive commercial success, Key Responsibilities Assist with the preparation of costing for groundworks and civils projects Review drawings, specifications, and other documents Produce accurate take-offs and assist with cost build-ups Support pricing of works Liaise with site teams and operational staff as required What We're Looking For Minimum 2 years' experience in an estimating or quantity surveying role Ideally with background in groundworks, civils, or construction Strong numerical and analytical skills Good understanding of construction processes and cost structures Relevant qualifications or equivalent experience What's in It for You? Salary up to 40,000 (depending on experience) Bonus scheme Clear progression path to Estimator level Supportive and collaborative team environment Direct mentorship from senior commercial leadership If you're interested in being considered for this position, please submit your CV for immediate consideration and phone Josh at C&P Recruitment on below number for more information.
Planner / Senior Planner RC Frame & Groundwork Subcontractor Office Location: Near Watford £70,000 - £90,000 + Package (based on experience) PLANNER needed with Reinforced Concrete Frame & Groundwork subcontractor experience for an immediately available position. About the Employer: Having been established for over 30 years within the specialist field of concrete frames and groundworks, this business is one of the leading names within this field. Current turnover is around £80m per annum. They currently complete packages ranging in value from £5m up to £30m each on a mixture of residential and commercial projects throughout London and the surrounding areas. This business prides itself on its positive brand across the whole industry. They are profitable, secure, and have an excellent client base. Their in-house capability to take complex projects from design through to completion has always made them stand out as one of the best. They are family owned and still maintain the family feel they have had over the last 15+ years I have known them, which is important, because not all do as they grow. I would highly recommend this business as a polished environment where individuals can grow and flourish, working on some of the best projects in London. About the Requirements / Responsibilities: You will be critical in supporting the Preconstruction & Delivery teams in producing, overseeing and monitoring the contract and construction programmes. You will have competence in Asta Power Project (or similar planning software) and a well-developed ability to communicate technical issues clearly. You will have the ability to read, absorb and visualise information from drawings and text and convert this into a robust vision for construction. You will be a communicator who can motivate ancillary staff who produce 3D/4D models and cartoon sketches, so that our proposals are set before the client using visual aids as well as text. Constructive communication with Estimators is also important. Experience of a busy and fast moving Concrete Frame and Groundwork Specialists tendering office and the necessary ability to cope under pressure. Broad engineering knowledge knowing when something looks right. You will support the PM in briefings to proactively focus design (temporary and permanent), procurement, labour, plant and staff in order to secure programmed dates and milestones. Numerate and articulate. To fulfil this role, we would ideally hope for the candidate to have spent a proportion of his / her career on building sites as an engineer, project manager or similar, in the specialist field of reinforced concrete frame construction and groundworks, but this is not essential if strong planning experience can be shown in this field. About the Rewards / Benefits : If successful, you will receive a strong basic salary estimated at £70,000 to £90,000 per annum (based on level of experience) with a package to match. This is negotiable and is available on a self-employed or PAYE basis. About Me, Your Consultant: My name is Andrew Jackson and I am one of the founding directors of Cityscape Recruitment Ltd. I have over 20 years of experience in civil engineering & construction recruitment, during which time, I have specialised in the niche sectors of concrete frames, groundworks, basement construction, and demolition. So, what does that mean for you? It means you won t be trusting your career to a rookie. I work with the vast majority of the groundwork & concrete frame businesses in the UK, and I can help not only introduce you but can give you up-to-date information on each of them, helping you make an informed decision so you can take your career forward. I ve been doing this for a fair while now, and I ve maintained a positive reputation because I tell people the truth. My job is to get you the options you want, give you the information you need, and then to let you decide what feels right for you. How to Apply: I am more than happy to discuss these opportunities with you over the phone or face-to-face in a fully confidential manner (you can get to know me while I get to know you). And I know this is an incestuous sector, and I fully understand the importance of keeping things discrete. It would be ideal to see a copy of your CV to understand your previous experience and employment. In line with GDPR laws, nothing will be done with your CV/details until we have discussed the role in detail anyway, but having gained an understanding of your formal past, this may help when we come to discuss options. My contact details are listed below: Email (remove all spaces): ltd . com Tel: (phone number removed)
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Planner / Senior Planner RC Frame & Groundwork Subcontractor Office Location: Near Watford £70,000 - £90,000 + Package (based on experience) PLANNER needed with Reinforced Concrete Frame & Groundwork subcontractor experience for an immediately available position. About the Employer: Having been established for over 30 years within the specialist field of concrete frames and groundworks, this business is one of the leading names within this field. Current turnover is around £80m per annum. They currently complete packages ranging in value from £5m up to £30m each on a mixture of residential and commercial projects throughout London and the surrounding areas. This business prides itself on its positive brand across the whole industry. They are profitable, secure, and have an excellent client base. Their in-house capability to take complex projects from design through to completion has always made them stand out as one of the best. They are family owned and still maintain the family feel they have had over the last 15+ years I have known them, which is important, because not all do as they grow. I would highly recommend this business as a polished environment where individuals can grow and flourish, working on some of the best projects in London. About the Requirements / Responsibilities: You will be critical in supporting the Preconstruction & Delivery teams in producing, overseeing and monitoring the contract and construction programmes. You will have competence in Asta Power Project (or similar planning software) and a well-developed ability to communicate technical issues clearly. You will have the ability to read, absorb and visualise information from drawings and text and convert this into a robust vision for construction. You will be a communicator who can motivate ancillary staff who produce 3D/4D models and cartoon sketches, so that our proposals are set before the client using visual aids as well as text. Constructive communication with Estimators is also important. Experience of a busy and fast moving Concrete Frame and Groundwork Specialists tendering office and the necessary ability to cope under pressure. Broad engineering knowledge knowing when something looks right. You will support the PM in briefings to proactively focus design (temporary and permanent), procurement, labour, plant and staff in order to secure programmed dates and milestones. Numerate and articulate. To fulfil this role, we would ideally hope for the candidate to have spent a proportion of his / her career on building sites as an engineer, project manager or similar, in the specialist field of reinforced concrete frame construction and groundworks, but this is not essential if strong planning experience can be shown in this field. About the Rewards / Benefits : If successful, you will receive a strong basic salary estimated at £70,000 to £90,000 per annum (based on level of experience) with a package to match. This is negotiable and is available on a self-employed or PAYE basis. About Me, Your Consultant: My name is Andrew Jackson and I am one of the founding directors of Cityscape Recruitment Ltd. I have over 20 years of experience in civil engineering & construction recruitment, during which time, I have specialised in the niche sectors of concrete frames, groundworks, basement construction, and demolition. So, what does that mean for you? It means you won t be trusting your career to a rookie. I work with the vast majority of the groundwork & concrete frame businesses in the UK, and I can help not only introduce you but can give you up-to-date information on each of them, helping you make an informed decision so you can take your career forward. I ve been doing this for a fair while now, and I ve maintained a positive reputation because I tell people the truth. My job is to get you the options you want, give you the information you need, and then to let you decide what feels right for you. How to Apply: I am more than happy to discuss these opportunities with you over the phone or face-to-face in a fully confidential manner (you can get to know me while I get to know you). And I know this is an incestuous sector, and I fully understand the importance of keeping things discrete. It would be ideal to see a copy of your CV to understand your previous experience and employment. In line with GDPR laws, nothing will be done with your CV/details until we have discussed the role in detail anyway, but having gained an understanding of your formal past, this may help when we come to discuss options. My contact details are listed below: Email (remove all spaces): ltd . com Tel: (phone number removed)
We re looking for a Senior Estimator to join the team at TMS Maritime , a leader in marine civil engineering and coastal infrastructure. This opportunity has arisen due to continued growth and project success, as we expand our capability to deliver some of the UK s most complex and rewarding marine engineering schemes. You ll enjoy a salary up to £75,000 plus bonus, company car, pension (matched up to 10%), life assurance & healthcare, along with hybrid working options and the chance to make a real impact in a collaborative, people-first culture. If you re passionate about cost planning and marine construction - and ready to lead bids that shape the nation s ports, harbours, and coastlines - this could be your next move. About TMS Maritime: TMS Maritime embodies an aspirational spirit rooted in innovation and responsibility. We strive to lead the marine civil engineering sector through technical excellence, sustainability (we re the very first and only marine civils contractor in the UK to be officially certified Stage 1 and Stage 2 carbon neutral) and social impact. Our team culture reflects a strong sense of family and inclusivity, where collaboration, safety, and mutual respect are paramount. You ll be joining a team that values individual contribution, supports professional development, and works together to deliver lasting results, encouraging everyone to reach their potential. This unique DNA combines technical excellence with community engagement, whether through apprenticeships, charity initiatives, or environmental stewardship, creating a workplace that is both purpose-driven and people-focussed. The Role: As Senior Estimator, you ll lead the estimating process for high-value marine civil engineering projects - from concept through to bid submission. Working closely with the Head of Estimating, you ll provide hands-on technical input and commercial insight to ensure all tenders are accurate, competitive, and risk-aware. You ll collaborate across multiple departments - including engineering, planning, and commercial - to develop realistic programmes, identify value engineering opportunities, and support pricing strategy at board level. This is a highly visible role within TMS Maritime and offers the opportunity to influence how we win, plan, and deliver projects nationwide. Hours: Full-time, permanent Location: Remote Salary: Up to £80,000 + Bonus + Company Car + Benefits What You ll Be Doing Lead and prepare detailed cost estimates for marine and heavy civil engineering projects Review drawings, specifications, and contract documents to determine scope, risk, and resourcing Prepare and validate take-offs, production rates, and plant and material costs Collaborate with commercial, engineering, and operations teams to align bids with delivery methodology Engage with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations and ensure bid compliance Oversee bid preparation, ensuring submissions are high-quality, accurate, and on time Support mentoring of junior estimators and promote best practice across the team Contribute to continuous improvement and digital innovation within estimating - including the use of AI tools in bid preparation What You ll Bring Proven experience as a Senior Estimator within marine, civil, or heavy infrastructure projects Sound understanding of marine construction techniques, risks, and environmental constraints Strong commercial and contractual awareness (NEC experience advantageous) Excellent analytical, numerical, and communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office, estimating and project planning software Ability to read and interpret drawings and technical documentation Collaborative mindset with the confidence to liaise effectively across departments Full UK driving licence (essential) Desirable: Experience in marine piling, dredging, or coastal defence Degree or HND in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline Experience in bidding frameworks Previous mentoring or leadership experience Why Join TMS Maritime? At TMS, we re proud to do things differently. We re big enough to deliver major infrastructure projects but small enough to value every individual contribution. You ll be part of a supportive, down-to-earth team where your ideas are heard, your expertise is recognised, and your career can grow. Three times salary life assurance (Death in Service) 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service Company pension scheme, matched up to 10% contribution Company healthcare Hybrid working options (with flexibility for home-based candidates) Opportunities to work on iconic marine infrastructure projects across the UK A culture that genuinely encourages collaboration, diversity, and continuous improvement Join us and play a key part in shaping the future of sustainable marine construction: Click to Apply
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
We re looking for a Senior Estimator to join the team at TMS Maritime , a leader in marine civil engineering and coastal infrastructure. This opportunity has arisen due to continued growth and project success, as we expand our capability to deliver some of the UK s most complex and rewarding marine engineering schemes. You ll enjoy a salary up to £75,000 plus bonus, company car, pension (matched up to 10%), life assurance & healthcare, along with hybrid working options and the chance to make a real impact in a collaborative, people-first culture. If you re passionate about cost planning and marine construction - and ready to lead bids that shape the nation s ports, harbours, and coastlines - this could be your next move. About TMS Maritime: TMS Maritime embodies an aspirational spirit rooted in innovation and responsibility. We strive to lead the marine civil engineering sector through technical excellence, sustainability (we re the very first and only marine civils contractor in the UK to be officially certified Stage 1 and Stage 2 carbon neutral) and social impact. Our team culture reflects a strong sense of family and inclusivity, where collaboration, safety, and mutual respect are paramount. You ll be joining a team that values individual contribution, supports professional development, and works together to deliver lasting results, encouraging everyone to reach their potential. This unique DNA combines technical excellence with community engagement, whether through apprenticeships, charity initiatives, or environmental stewardship, creating a workplace that is both purpose-driven and people-focussed. The Role: As Senior Estimator, you ll lead the estimating process for high-value marine civil engineering projects - from concept through to bid submission. Working closely with the Head of Estimating, you ll provide hands-on technical input and commercial insight to ensure all tenders are accurate, competitive, and risk-aware. You ll collaborate across multiple departments - including engineering, planning, and commercial - to develop realistic programmes, identify value engineering opportunities, and support pricing strategy at board level. This is a highly visible role within TMS Maritime and offers the opportunity to influence how we win, plan, and deliver projects nationwide. Hours: Full-time, permanent Location: Remote Salary: Up to £80,000 + Bonus + Company Car + Benefits What You ll Be Doing Lead and prepare detailed cost estimates for marine and heavy civil engineering projects Review drawings, specifications, and contract documents to determine scope, risk, and resourcing Prepare and validate take-offs, production rates, and plant and material costs Collaborate with commercial, engineering, and operations teams to align bids with delivery methodology Engage with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations and ensure bid compliance Oversee bid preparation, ensuring submissions are high-quality, accurate, and on time Support mentoring of junior estimators and promote best practice across the team Contribute to continuous improvement and digital innovation within estimating - including the use of AI tools in bid preparation What You ll Bring Proven experience as a Senior Estimator within marine, civil, or heavy infrastructure projects Sound understanding of marine construction techniques, risks, and environmental constraints Strong commercial and contractual awareness (NEC experience advantageous) Excellent analytical, numerical, and communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office, estimating and project planning software Ability to read and interpret drawings and technical documentation Collaborative mindset with the confidence to liaise effectively across departments Full UK driving licence (essential) Desirable: Experience in marine piling, dredging, or coastal defence Degree or HND in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline Experience in bidding frameworks Previous mentoring or leadership experience Why Join TMS Maritime? At TMS, we re proud to do things differently. We re big enough to deliver major infrastructure projects but small enough to value every individual contribution. You ll be part of a supportive, down-to-earth team where your ideas are heard, your expertise is recognised, and your career can grow. Three times salary life assurance (Death in Service) 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service Company pension scheme, matched up to 10% contribution Company healthcare Hybrid working options (with flexibility for home-based candidates) Opportunities to work on iconic marine infrastructure projects across the UK A culture that genuinely encourages collaboration, diversity, and continuous improvement Join us and play a key part in shaping the future of sustainable marine construction: Click to Apply
Senior Estimator - Water / MEICA / Civils Location: Multiple UK locations Hybrid Working Available Salary: 85,000 - 95,000 + 6,500 car allowance + bonus + excellent benefits Job Type: Permanent Full-Time With AMP8 now in full swing, this is your opportunity to play a senior role in shaping the future of the UK's water infrastructure. We are recruiting experienced Senior Estimators to support major clean water and wastewater frameworks across the UK. Our secured pipeline spans projects across the North West, Yorkshire, Midlands, East Anglia, London & South East, South Coast and South West. If you're looking for long-term security, high-value infrastructure schemes and genuine career progression - this is it. The Role - Senior Estimator (Water Infrastructure) As a Senior Estimator, you will take ownership of preparing detailed and accurate cost estimates for MEICA and/or Civil Engineering packages across water and wastewater schemes. Working closely with design, commercial and delivery teams, you will play a key role in securing and pricing projects typically ranging from 1m to 100m+. Key Responsibilities Leading the preparation of first-principles cost estimates Reviewing drawings, specifications and contract documentation Managing subcontractor and supplier enquiries Producing pricing schedules and cost breakdowns Identifying and managing commercial risk Contributing to value engineering solutions Supporting tender submissions and client negotiations Mentoring junior estimators where appropriate Projects include treatment works upgrades, pumping stations, pipeline infrastructure and wider capital delivery schemes under AMP8 frameworks. About You We are particularly interested in Senior Estimators with a strong site or engineering background within the water or wider infrastructure sector. You may currently be working as a Senior Estimator - or you could be a Site Engineer, Project Engineer, Site Manager or MEICA Engineer who has transitioned (or is looking to transition) into estimating and pre-construction. You will ideally have: A background in civil engineering or MEICA project delivery Proven estimating experience within water, utilities or infrastructure Or strong operational/site experience with the capability to move into a senior estimating role Experience pricing from first principles Strong knowledge of NEC contracts Solid commercial awareness and risk management experience HNC/HND/Degree in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (desirable) If you have worked as a Senior Estimator, Estimator, Cost Engineer, Commercial Estimator or Pre-Construction Engineer within the water sector, we would welcome your application. What's On Offer 85,000 - 95,000 salary (depending on experience) 6,500 car allowance Annual bonus scheme 7.5% employer pension contribution Private medical insurance Digital GP access 26 days annual leave + bank holidays Holiday entitlement increases with length of service Enhanced maternity leave (8 weeks enhanced pay) Flexible and hybrid working options Clear progression across long-term AMP8 frameworks This is a secure, long-term opportunity within one of the UK's most stable and growing infrastructure sectors. Apply Now If you're a Senior Estimator looking for a high-impact role within the UK water sector - or you're ready to bring your site and engineering experience into pre-construction - we want to hear from you. Click Apply to register your interest today. Even if an immediate role is not available in your preferred location, we will keep you informed as new AMP8 opportunities arise.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Senior Estimator - Water / MEICA / Civils Location: Multiple UK locations Hybrid Working Available Salary: 85,000 - 95,000 + 6,500 car allowance + bonus + excellent benefits Job Type: Permanent Full-Time With AMP8 now in full swing, this is your opportunity to play a senior role in shaping the future of the UK's water infrastructure. We are recruiting experienced Senior Estimators to support major clean water and wastewater frameworks across the UK. Our secured pipeline spans projects across the North West, Yorkshire, Midlands, East Anglia, London & South East, South Coast and South West. If you're looking for long-term security, high-value infrastructure schemes and genuine career progression - this is it. The Role - Senior Estimator (Water Infrastructure) As a Senior Estimator, you will take ownership of preparing detailed and accurate cost estimates for MEICA and/or Civil Engineering packages across water and wastewater schemes. Working closely with design, commercial and delivery teams, you will play a key role in securing and pricing projects typically ranging from 1m to 100m+. Key Responsibilities Leading the preparation of first-principles cost estimates Reviewing drawings, specifications and contract documentation Managing subcontractor and supplier enquiries Producing pricing schedules and cost breakdowns Identifying and managing commercial risk Contributing to value engineering solutions Supporting tender submissions and client negotiations Mentoring junior estimators where appropriate Projects include treatment works upgrades, pumping stations, pipeline infrastructure and wider capital delivery schemes under AMP8 frameworks. About You We are particularly interested in Senior Estimators with a strong site or engineering background within the water or wider infrastructure sector. You may currently be working as a Senior Estimator - or you could be a Site Engineer, Project Engineer, Site Manager or MEICA Engineer who has transitioned (or is looking to transition) into estimating and pre-construction. You will ideally have: A background in civil engineering or MEICA project delivery Proven estimating experience within water, utilities or infrastructure Or strong operational/site experience with the capability to move into a senior estimating role Experience pricing from first principles Strong knowledge of NEC contracts Solid commercial awareness and risk management experience HNC/HND/Degree in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (desirable) If you have worked as a Senior Estimator, Estimator, Cost Engineer, Commercial Estimator or Pre-Construction Engineer within the water sector, we would welcome your application. What's On Offer 85,000 - 95,000 salary (depending on experience) 6,500 car allowance Annual bonus scheme 7.5% employer pension contribution Private medical insurance Digital GP access 26 days annual leave + bank holidays Holiday entitlement increases with length of service Enhanced maternity leave (8 weeks enhanced pay) Flexible and hybrid working options Clear progression across long-term AMP8 frameworks This is a secure, long-term opportunity within one of the UK's most stable and growing infrastructure sectors. Apply Now If you're a Senior Estimator looking for a high-impact role within the UK water sector - or you're ready to bring your site and engineering experience into pre-construction - we want to hear from you. Click Apply to register your interest today. Even if an immediate role is not available in your preferred location, we will keep you informed as new AMP8 opportunities arise.
Salary: £95k - 105k per year + Competitive Benefits Package Job Reference: JOB-90265 Published: 18-02-2026 Duration: Full Time Expiry Date: 18-03-2026 Country: United Kingdom Location: London or Hertfordshire - hybrid (up to 2 days homeworking) Contract: Permanent, Full-Time Salary: Up to £105k + benefits Security Clearance: SC clearance likely required About the Company Join a leading UK construction and development business delivering high-profile building projects across sectors including defence, MOD, and major commercial developments in Central London. Known for its technical expertise, quality delivery, and collaborative culture, this is an exciting opportunity to work on large-scale, technically complex projects. Role Purpose The Senior Estimator will develop tender information into robust and competitive cost estimates for major building projects, helping the business secure work and meet financial targets. You will also support preconstruction, framework, and target cost projects, providing expertise in risk and opportunity analysis and mentoring junior staff. Key Responsibilities Prepare full financial elements of tender submissions from initial identification through to handover. Assist Senior Project Estimators on larger projects to produce competitive cost estimates. Prepare cost plans, monitor costs on live projects, and contribute to framework and target cost projects. Work closely with preconstruction, design, procurement, and commercial teams to maximise opportunities and minimise risks. Undertake risk and opportunity analysis, preparing fully costed schedules for tenders. Ensure accuracy and completeness of all financial documents and use of the company's estimating systems. Liaise with external clients, joint venture partners, and subcontractors as required. Support post-tender negotiations and provide cost input for value engineering, programme options, and temporary works. Mentor and guide junior staff, sharing expertise and promoting best practice. Champion electronic tendering, integration of BIM, and sustainability including net carbon zero costing. Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and ethical standards, including Health & Safety and Environmental regulations. Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Senior Estimator on Tier 1 building projects (£100m+), ideally including commercial, defence, or MOD sectors. Strong understanding of the building sector, procurement, and risk management. Experience with large-scale tenders, cost planning, and financial control. Ability to mentor and lead junior estimating staff. SC clearance eligibility preferred. Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills. Knowledge of BIM, electronic tendering, and sustainability in construction is highly desirable. Practical Information Base location: London / Hertfordshire, with some homeworking (up to 2 days/week). Must spend at least one day per week in London to work with the pre construction team. Salary: up to £105k plus benefits. Exposure: high-profile, high-value projects, providing excellent career development opportunities. If this opportunity is of interest, please submit your CV to or call , outlining your relevant construction management experience and preferred location (London or Hertfordshire).
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
Salary: £95k - 105k per year + Competitive Benefits Package Job Reference: JOB-90265 Published: 18-02-2026 Duration: Full Time Expiry Date: 18-03-2026 Country: United Kingdom Location: London or Hertfordshire - hybrid (up to 2 days homeworking) Contract: Permanent, Full-Time Salary: Up to £105k + benefits Security Clearance: SC clearance likely required About the Company Join a leading UK construction and development business delivering high-profile building projects across sectors including defence, MOD, and major commercial developments in Central London. Known for its technical expertise, quality delivery, and collaborative culture, this is an exciting opportunity to work on large-scale, technically complex projects. Role Purpose The Senior Estimator will develop tender information into robust and competitive cost estimates for major building projects, helping the business secure work and meet financial targets. You will also support preconstruction, framework, and target cost projects, providing expertise in risk and opportunity analysis and mentoring junior staff. Key Responsibilities Prepare full financial elements of tender submissions from initial identification through to handover. Assist Senior Project Estimators on larger projects to produce competitive cost estimates. Prepare cost plans, monitor costs on live projects, and contribute to framework and target cost projects. Work closely with preconstruction, design, procurement, and commercial teams to maximise opportunities and minimise risks. Undertake risk and opportunity analysis, preparing fully costed schedules for tenders. Ensure accuracy and completeness of all financial documents and use of the company's estimating systems. Liaise with external clients, joint venture partners, and subcontractors as required. Support post-tender negotiations and provide cost input for value engineering, programme options, and temporary works. Mentor and guide junior staff, sharing expertise and promoting best practice. Champion electronic tendering, integration of BIM, and sustainability including net carbon zero costing. Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and ethical standards, including Health & Safety and Environmental regulations. Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Senior Estimator on Tier 1 building projects (£100m+), ideally including commercial, defence, or MOD sectors. Strong understanding of the building sector, procurement, and risk management. Experience with large-scale tenders, cost planning, and financial control. Ability to mentor and lead junior estimating staff. SC clearance eligibility preferred. Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills. Knowledge of BIM, electronic tendering, and sustainability in construction is highly desirable. Practical Information Base location: London / Hertfordshire, with some homeworking (up to 2 days/week). Must spend at least one day per week in London to work with the pre construction team. Salary: up to £105k plus benefits. Exposure: high-profile, high-value projects, providing excellent career development opportunities. If this opportunity is of interest, please submit your CV to or call , outlining your relevant construction management experience and preferred location (London or Hertfordshire).
Bid/ proposal writer DFE Exciting new opportunity for a bid/proposal coordinator . Working with a Tier 1 main contractor with a 1 billion turnover that have 20+ years' experience in the construction industry. About the role of Bid/proposal writer We are a Tier 1 contactor that works within many sectors such as cut & carve, New Build , Education, Health & residential and more. We have a 1 billion+ turnover with a new frameworks division. The new frameworks division have won an 8 year framework with projects such as DFE , Healthcare & defence with a value from 15 mill up to 100 mill+. We are looking for someone who has previously worked in a Bid /Proposals role with experience working for a main contactor in built environment. We are also looking for someone with the 'can do' culture that is hard working, resilient and pro-active. They will be reporting to the Head of Bids which has lots of experience. This role will play a critical role in the pre-con and commercial teams. Responsibilities for Bid/proposal writer List key parts of the role here, what the candidate is expected to do. Don't waste time/space telling a QS what a QS does, chances are, they already know! Writing and editing tender content ,creating clear and compelling responses for PQQs. Help win Multi-million pound projects as every bid you work on could secure a major new hospital or residential scheme etc. Working with senior leaders such as directors ,estimators, project managers & design teams. Will be working in a high- energy and fast paced environment.# Will be working on a variety of projects as the role doesn't specify on one. Requirements for Bid/proposal writer Must have worked under either or a Bid/Proposals Coordinator , Bid/Proposals Writer , Bid /Proposals manager role Experience working on a main contractor built environment Experience with Tier1 or larger Tier2 contractors Must have a construction related degree What we offer for Bid/proposal writer Negotiable salary Travel /car allowance Bonus scheme Hybrid working Private healthcare/dental Life insurance Further qualifications/courses Enhanced maternity/paternity etc. Socials Yearly pay reviews 26 days AL+BH+Purchase scheme If you want to hear more about this Bid/proposal writer role please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Arabella Thorne in our London office on mobile number .
Feb 20, 2026
Full time
Bid/ proposal writer DFE Exciting new opportunity for a bid/proposal coordinator . Working with a Tier 1 main contractor with a 1 billion turnover that have 20+ years' experience in the construction industry. About the role of Bid/proposal writer We are a Tier 1 contactor that works within many sectors such as cut & carve, New Build , Education, Health & residential and more. We have a 1 billion+ turnover with a new frameworks division. The new frameworks division have won an 8 year framework with projects such as DFE , Healthcare & defence with a value from 15 mill up to 100 mill+. We are looking for someone who has previously worked in a Bid /Proposals role with experience working for a main contactor in built environment. We are also looking for someone with the 'can do' culture that is hard working, resilient and pro-active. They will be reporting to the Head of Bids which has lots of experience. This role will play a critical role in the pre-con and commercial teams. Responsibilities for Bid/proposal writer List key parts of the role here, what the candidate is expected to do. Don't waste time/space telling a QS what a QS does, chances are, they already know! Writing and editing tender content ,creating clear and compelling responses for PQQs. Help win Multi-million pound projects as every bid you work on could secure a major new hospital or residential scheme etc. Working with senior leaders such as directors ,estimators, project managers & design teams. Will be working in a high- energy and fast paced environment.# Will be working on a variety of projects as the role doesn't specify on one. Requirements for Bid/proposal writer Must have worked under either or a Bid/Proposals Coordinator , Bid/Proposals Writer , Bid /Proposals manager role Experience working on a main contractor built environment Experience with Tier1 or larger Tier2 contractors Must have a construction related degree What we offer for Bid/proposal writer Negotiable salary Travel /car allowance Bonus scheme Hybrid working Private healthcare/dental Life insurance Further qualifications/courses Enhanced maternity/paternity etc. Socials Yearly pay reviews 26 days AL+BH+Purchase scheme If you want to hear more about this Bid/proposal writer role please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Arabella Thorne in our London office on mobile number .
Murphy is recruiting for a SEnior Design Coordinator to work with Energy on Norfolk Offshore Wind Zone Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. A day in the life of a Murphy Senior Design Coordinator: Review submissions as directed for quality and sufficiency. Lead design engineering matters on small/medium sized project/s as directed. Monitor, co-ordinate, and manage the design by internal designers, consultants, suppliers, and interface contractors as appropriate. Endure that that Aconex (or client approved alternative CDE system) is adequately setup and being utilised correctly by all designers, site operations and external stakeholders. Monitor, track and report on Design progress against the project programme Oversee appropriate consideration of constructability and permanent works in relation to Temporary Works. Review design progress and detail using CAD/BIM tools. Monitoring and reporting on Design NCRs and associated close out. Liaise with the wider team such as Surveyors, Buyers, Contract Managers, Project Managers, Site Managers and Estimators to engender a team approach for each project. Still interested, does this sound like you? HNC/HND in civil engineering, construction or a degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar. Professional affiliated membership of applicable Engineering Institution or evidence of ongoing progression towards Engineering Design Experience i.e. production of engineering designs on Power T&D, renewables, or multidisciplinary EPC process projects Exposure to Design management/coordination and construction experience Experience of Autodesk suite including AutoCAD, Revit and Navisworks. Digitally familiar with BIM and CDEs and document control systems and processes
Feb 20, 2026
Full time
Murphy is recruiting for a SEnior Design Coordinator to work with Energy on Norfolk Offshore Wind Zone Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. A day in the life of a Murphy Senior Design Coordinator: Review submissions as directed for quality and sufficiency. Lead design engineering matters on small/medium sized project/s as directed. Monitor, co-ordinate, and manage the design by internal designers, consultants, suppliers, and interface contractors as appropriate. Endure that that Aconex (or client approved alternative CDE system) is adequately setup and being utilised correctly by all designers, site operations and external stakeholders. Monitor, track and report on Design progress against the project programme Oversee appropriate consideration of constructability and permanent works in relation to Temporary Works. Review design progress and detail using CAD/BIM tools. Monitoring and reporting on Design NCRs and associated close out. Liaise with the wider team such as Surveyors, Buyers, Contract Managers, Project Managers, Site Managers and Estimators to engender a team approach for each project. Still interested, does this sound like you? HNC/HND in civil engineering, construction or a degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar. Professional affiliated membership of applicable Engineering Institution or evidence of ongoing progression towards Engineering Design Experience i.e. production of engineering designs on Power T&D, renewables, or multidisciplinary EPC process projects Exposure to Design management/coordination and construction experience Experience of Autodesk suite including AutoCAD, Revit and Navisworks. Digitally familiar with BIM and CDEs and document control systems and processes
