Estimator

You will like

Estimating & winning work from Dawlish/Exeter HQ for leader in marine civil engineering and coastal infrastructure, who are growing sustainably.

This is a very nice opportunity with hybrid working options and the chance to make a real impact in a collaborative, people-first culture.

You will like

The Marine/Civils Estimator job opportunity itself from Dawlish Devon with hybrid working, where 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.  More specifically:

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

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.

You will get

As Marine/Civils Estimator, you will enjoy a salary up to £75K + comprehensive package!  

Company bonus

Company car

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

You will have

To be successful as Marine/Civils Estimator you will have proven experience as a Senior Estimator within marine, civil, or heavy infrastructure projects. Plus, a healthy mix of the following:

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)

You can apply

To Marine/Civils Estimator by pushing the button on this job posting (recommended), or by sending CV in confidence to (url removed) 

UK_MS