Senior Estimator

We are working with a leading Tier One rail contractor delivering major infrastructure projects across the UK. Due to continued growth and a strong project pipeline, they are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join their pre-construction team.

This is a key role responsible for leading and preparing accurate, competitive cost estimates across complex rail projects, with a focus on piling, civil engineering, and earthworks packages.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead the preparation of detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for rail projects

* Analyse drawings, specifications, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labour estimates

* Take ownership of pricing for piling, groundworks, and large-scale earthworks packages

* Engage with supply chain partners to obtain competitive quotations

* Identify project risks and opportunities and develop pricing strategies accordingly

* Work closely with bid managers, planners, and engineering teams during tender stage

* Present and justify estimates to senior stakeholders

* Support value engineering and cost optimisation initiatives

Requirements

* Proven experience as a Senior Estimator within the rail or infrastructure sector

* Strong background in piling, civils, and earthworks

* In-depth understanding of Network Rail standards and processes (desirable)

* Strong commercial awareness and risk management skills

* Proficiency in estimating software and Excel

* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities

Salary is up to £80,000 + pkg, the contractor are big on working from home so you must be happy working from home the majority of the time with occasional meetings in the office