Senior Quantity Estimator for Civil Engineering Projects

1 month ago


Chippenham, Wiltshire, United Kingdom Abatec Recruitment Full time

Abatec Recruitment is working with a leading Civil Engineering and Earthworks contractor operating across England. They undertake projects ranging from £100,000 to £70 million in value for both public and private sector clients across a wide range of sectors.

Job Overview

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team as a Senior Quantity Estimator. The ideal candidate will have experience in estimating software, knowledge of industry standards, and strong commercial awareness.

The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing material and sub-contract enquiries, attending strategy meetings, adjudicating quotations, and managing risk throughout the tender period. Additionally, they will be expected to present tenders to senior management, highlighting any major commercial issues, and ensure a smooth handover of projects to the operational team.

As a key member of the project team, you will support Business Continuity Planning and utilize Microsoft packages such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook effectively. You will also have experience with various forms of contract, including traditional, partnering, design & build, 2-stage tenders, and frameworks.

Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare material and sub-contract enquiries, including selection of prospective subcontractors.
  • Attend strategy/opportunity meetings with project team.
  • Adjudicate and compare sub-contractor quotations.
  • Manage risk throughout the tender period and prepare the tender Risk Register.
  • Present tenders to senior management, highlighting major commercial issues.
  • Ensure a smooth handover of projects to the operational team.
Requirements
  • Experience in using estimating software.
  • Knowledge of industry standards with Tier 1 contractors.
  • Strong commercial awareness and ability to manage risk.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Competent use of Microsoft packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Knowledge of various forms of contract (traditional, partnering, design & build, 2-stage tenders, frameworks).
What We Offer
  • A competitive salary up to £70,000 per annum.
  • Hybrid working arrangement (1 day in the office per week).
  • 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays.


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