Senior Project Cost Estimator

4 weeks ago


Amber Valley Derbyshire, United Kingdom Anderselite Full time €75,000 - €85,000

Position Type: Full-Time, 37.My client is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join their Infrastructure - Water North Business Unit, based in Derbyshire. You will work closely with the bid team, leveraging your construction and commercial expertise to ensure competitive bids, manage risks, and add value throughout the tender process. The role involves preparing budgets, cost plans, and analytical estimates, while also ensuring effective Risk and Value Management during the tender phase.
Appraise tender documents and identify site-specific risks through site visits.
• Prepare material and subcontractor inquiries, selecting appropriate subcontractors.
• Attend strategy and opportunity meetings with the project team.
• Adjudicate and compare subcontractor quotations.
• Manage risks throughout the tender period, maintaining the tender Risk Register.
• Apply value engineering principles during the design phase of design and build projects.
• Present tenders to senior management, highlighting major commercial issues or elevated risks.
• Ensure smooth project handover to the operational team.
• Support Business Continuity Planning and ensure team members are aware of their roles and responsibilities within this plan.
A degree in Construction or a related field (essential).
• Competency in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Extensive analytical estimating experience, working on projects valued up to £25 million.
• Familiarity with various forms of contract, including traditional, partnering, design & build, and frameworks.
• Proficient in using estimating software (essential).
• Awareness of BIM and experience in cost planning.
• Strong numerical skills, risk awareness, and attention to detail.
• Professional, flexible attitude, and effective communication skills.
• Presentation skills with an innovative and creative approach to problem-solving.
• Competitive salary
• 26 days annual leave (option to buy/sell up to 3 days)
• Private medical insurance (with option to add family cover)
• Life Assurance
• Defined contribution pension scheme matched up to 8%
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and parental leave
• Flexible and agile working (role dependent)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Professional membership fee coverage
• Perks at Work discount scheme across various categories (electronics, travel, fitness, etc.)
• Flexible benefits package (Critical Illness Insurance, Dental Insurance, Travel Insurance, Cycle to Work scheme, retail vouchers)



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