Overview
We are seeking a skilled Civil Estimator with extensive experience in civil engineering to join a pre-construction team focusing on major infrastructure projects. This hybrid role involves collaboration with the Pre-Construction Manager, where the contractor will prepare comprehensive estimates for civil, structural, and building works while contributing to competitive tender submissions.
Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed estimates, take-offs, and bills of quantities for civil engineering, structural, and building packages in accordance with CESMM4.
- Review tender documentation, drawings, and technical specifications to establish the scope of works and identify gaps, risks, and discrepancies.
- Produce cost plans and estimates to support tender submissions, business development, and budget requirements.
- Identify and document assumptions, exclusions, qualifications, and commercial risks throughout the estimating process.
- Raise and manage Technical Queries (TQs) to clarify scope, design requirements, and outstanding information.
- Apply civil engineering and construction knowledge to interpret project requirements and assess construction methodologies.
- Maintain clear estimating records and registers of assumptions, risks, and opportunities.
- Prepare estimating handover packs, communicating key assumptions and cost considerations to the project delivery team.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in construction, including 5+ years specifically in estimating.
- Thorough knowledge of CESMM4, take-offs, and bills of quantities.
- Experience in reviewing drawings and tender documents, identifying gaps, and raising TQs.
- Proficient in Excel and estimating software.
- Strong commercial awareness and understanding of construction methodology.
- Relevant Civil Engineering or Construction qualification or equivalent experience.
- Desirable experience in energy, utilities, or major infrastructure.
- Knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015.