Highways Estimating Director

2 weeks ago


Manchester, United Kingdom Building Careers UK Full time
Job Overview: Building Careers UK is seeking a highly skilled Highways Estimating Director to join their well-established team. With a strong order book and long-term framework contracts, this role offers the opportunity to have a direct influence on the company's continued growth and development.

Key Responsibilities:
• Oversee and support the estimation team and contract administrators.
• Engage with clients on Direct Award Frameworks and participate in ECI for upcoming projects.
• Prepare and submit estimates for highways schemes using existing schedules and first principles with Causeway software.
• Lead client negotiations, including site visits, measurements, and work methods.
• Develop project programmes and method statements using MS Project.
• Build and maintain partnerships with key supply chain vendors alongside the Procurement Manager.
• Lead the company's PQQ and framework bid submissions, including Social Value Matrix preparation.
• Prepare detailed handover files for estimators to support site teams.
• Assist the commercial team with Compensation Events and work closely with the MD on commercial strategy and marketing.

Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 per annum

Required Skills & Qualifications:
• Minimum of 6 years in a highways estimating or senior QS role.
• Proficiency in Causeway/Candy (or similar), MS Project, and MS Office Suite.
• Familiarity with NEC, JCT Contracts, and SMM7.
• Strong team leadership and development abilities.
• Excellent negotiation skills with a client-focused approach.

About Us: Building Careers UK is a leading civil engineering firm dedicated to delivering high-quality projects and building long-term relationships with our clients.

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