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Senior Estimator


Company : Gearing Recruitment Solutions Ltd


Location : Hailsham, England


Created : 2025-08-21


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job Title:Senior Estimator (Civils) Location:Sussex Salary:GBP70,000 – GBP85,000 + package (depending on experience) Contract:Permanent Sector:Water Infrastructure / Non–Infrastructure About the Opportunity We re working with a Tier 1 contractor bidding on aGBP1bn national water framework , covering bothinfrastructureandnon–infrastructureworks on water treatment schemes in the South East. As Senior Estimator, you ll be pricing complex civil engineering projects, including: Water and wastewater treatment upgrades New process plant installations Civils asset refurbishment and pumping station upgrades Emergency reactive works following storm events This is a long–term framework with a secure pipeline, giving you the chance to price a wide variety of schemes with real environmental impact. Key Responsibilities: Lead pricing for both infrastructure and non–infrastructure water sector projectsPrepare first–principles estimates from tender documents, drawings, and specsCoordinate with design, planning, and engineering teams to develop construction methodology and programme logicBuild and maintain pricing databases and benchmark costs for civils, whilst having an understanding of MEICA scopesEngage the supply chain for specialist material and subcontractor inputSupport tender strategy, risk reviews, and final submission preparationProduce detailed handover documentation for delivery teamsExperience & Requirements: Strong estimating background in water, marine or civil engineering ideally with an understanding of working with MEICA or M&E multidicipline teamExperience with NEC–based tenders and major frameworksComfortable pricing both traditional civils (earthworks, structures) and non–infra packages (treatment plant, M&E systems)Proficiency in estimating software and digital take–off platformsGood commercial awareness and communication skills across pre–construction disciplinesHNC/Degree in civil engineering or related field preferredWhat s On Offer: Involvement in a nationally critical water frameworkLong–term role with varied scope (infra + non–infra)Collaborative team environment with progression opportunitiesFull package including car/allowance, pension, bonus, and training support#J-18808-Ljbffr