As a Senior Estimator, you will play a key role in securing profitable civil engineering projects by leading the tendering process from initial enquiry through to submission and handover. Working closely with operational, commercial and pre-construction teams, you will develop winning bid strategies, provide commercial leadership and support the continued growth and success of the business.
At Griffiths, we are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion through our recruitment process. We believe that a diverse workforce brings a wealth of perspectives, ideas, and experiences that strengthen our organisation and enhance the quality of our work. We welcome applications from everyone and can provide reasonable adjustments and tailored support for candidates who require this, including Armed Forces Veterans, Reservists and Care Leavers.
Lead the estimating function on civil engineering tenders from enquiry through to contract award and handover.
Support the Head of Pre-Construction in delivering business objectives, strategic initiatives and continuous improvement activities.
Provide leadership, mentoring and guidance to estimating team members, ensuring resources are effectively allocated and developed and that the relevant HR activities are completed.
Promote the highest standards of health, safety, compliance, sustainability and inclusion across all pre-construction activities in like with Company procedures and processes.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, supply chain partners and internal stakeholders.
Lead the preparation, pricing and submission of competitive civil engineering tenders.
Develop tender strategies in collaboration with operational and pre-construction teams.
Review tender documentation, identify risks and opportunities, and prepare clarifications where required.
Attend and contribute to bid meetings, tender reviews, negotiations and client presentations.
Produce Bills of Quantities and undertake quantity take-offs using Causeway or equivalent estimating software.
Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations to secure best-value solutions.
Work closely with planners to develop robust programmes and buildable construction methodologies.
Maintain awareness of market trends, current rates, industry innovations and best practice.
Lead tender handovers to operational teams and capture lessons learned to support continuous improvement.
Champion health, safety and company compliance standards throughout the tender process and promoting behavioural safety improvements including using and promoting the close call system.
Proven experience in a Senior Estimator or Estimator role within the civil engineering sector.
Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
Strong understanding of civil engineering estimating principles and tendering processes.
Experience preparing estimates from first principles and producing Bills of Quantities.
Proficiency in Causeway Estimating software or a comparable estimating package.
Knowledge of project risk management and CDM regulations.
Strong commercial awareness, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
Excellent communication, organisational and IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
CSCS card appropriate to the role (desirable)
Membership of a relevant professional institution or working towards professional membership.
Experience managing complex, high-value infrastructure or civil engineering tenders.
Previous experience leading, coaching or mentoring estimating teams.
Advanced estimating, take-off and cost planning capabilities.
Knowledge of sustainability initiatives and emerging construction techniques.
Please use the form below to submit your details and upload your CV to apply for this position.
If you require any further information about the role, please contact recruitment@alungriffiths.co.uk.
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