Head of Estimating / Senior Estimator

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A well-established and highly respected groundworks and civil engineering contractoris looking to appoint an experienced Head of Estimating or Senior Estimatorto lead and strengthen their commercial pre-construction function.
This privately owned contractor has been operating for over 30 years and is recognised as one of the leading residential groundworks specialists across the South Coast, delivering infrastructure and groundworks packages for many of the UKs major housebuilders. Projects typically include roads, drainage, foundations, and full groundworks packages for large-scale new build housing developments.
With a strong pipeline of residential schemes and long-standing developer relationships, the company is looking for a commercially astute estimator who can take ownership of tendering activity and play a key role in future growth.
Head of Estimating / Senior Estimator Job Description : Depending on experience, the successful candidate will join as either Senior Estimator or Head of Estimating, taking responsibility for: Leading the estimating functionfor residential groundworks and infrastructure packages
Preparing detailed cost estimates and tender submissionsfor new build housing developments
Reviewing drawings, specifications and bills of quantities
Pricing roads, drainage, foundations, and external works packages
Liaising with commercial, operational and technical teams during bid preparation
Building and maintaining relationships with housebuilders and developers
Identifying risks, value engineering opportunities and commercial strategy during tender stage
Supporting the management team with pipeline planning and bid strategy
Support where required with QS responsibilities
For candidates stepping into the Head of Estimatingrole, responsibilities will also include mentoring estimators and managing the tender workload.
Candidate Requirements: Proven experience as an Estimator or Senior Estimator within groundworks or civil engineering
Strong residential groundworks experience is essential
Experience pricing packages for housing developers or residential schemes
Good understanding of infrastructure, drainage, roads and foundations
Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines
Experience using estimating software and analysing drawings/specifications
Why Join? Long-established family-owned contractor with a strong reputation
Secure order book with major UK housebuilders
Opportunity to take a lead role within the commercial pre-construction team
Genuine progression to Head of Estimatingfor the right candidate
Competitive salary and package
Apply If you are an experienced Groundworks Estimator or Senior Estimator looking to step into a leadership role with a well-established residential infrastructure contractor, we would like to hear from you. Please apply with an up-to-date CV for a confidential discussion.
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Location:
Southampton
Salary:
£80,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Construction;Construction

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