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Explore and Apply for Senior Estimator jobs in Leicester, United Kingdom

  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Derby
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Civil Engineering
  • Industry

    Construction
  • Pay

    Competitive Salary (DOE) + Company Car or Allowance + Package

Senior Estimator - Derby - Permanent - Main Contractor - Civil Engineering & Groundworks - Flexible Working

Your new company

You will be joining an established civil engineering and groundworks contractor based in Derby, operating across the commercial, industrial and energy industries. This multi-accredited contractor delivers projects valued at up to £20m for an array of high-profile clients and offers excellent opportunities for career progression and hands-on professional development. Due to continued success, they are seeking a Senior Estimator to join their pre-contract team.

This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Derby office with the option for hybrid and flexible working.

Your new role

As Senior Estimator, your responsibilities will include:
  • Leading the preparation of detailed and accurate cost estimates from concept through to tender submission
  • Analysing drawings, specifications and other documentation to prepare comprehensive cost estimates
  • Evaluating subcontract and supplier quotations for accuracy and competitiveness
  • Conducting risk assessments and applying appropriate contingencies to estimates
  • Participating in tender reviews and presentations to senior management
  • Supporting value engineering and cost-saving initiatives
  • Mentoring and supporting assistant estimators and contributing to team development.

What you'll need to succeed

In order to be successful, you must have:
  • Minimum 5 years of experience estimating within the civil engineering industry
  • Strong knowledge of civil engineering construction methods, materials and regulations
  • Excellent numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
  • Full UK driving licence.

What you'll get in return

In return, you will receive:
  • Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
  • Company car or car allowance (up to £6,600 per annum)
  • 34 days’ annual leave
  • Flexible working
  • Company pension scheme
  • Profit share scheme
  • Private health insurance
  • Reimbursed business mileage
  • Continuous training and development
  • Reimbursed professional fee to a recognised body (e.g. RICS, ICE or similar)
  • Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects
  • Opportunity to grow and progress your career with a forward-thinking and employee-first principal contractor.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or alternatively email a copy to james.mayfield-potter@hays.com quoting job reference #4398624.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Please note - work sponsorship is not offered by this contractor.

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