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 packagesPreparing detailed cost estimates and tender submissionsfor new build housing developmentsReviewing drawings, specifications and bills of quantitiesPricing roads, drainage, foundations, and external works packagesLiaising with commercial, operational and technical teams during bid preparationBuilding and maintaining relationships with housebuilders and developersIdentifying risks, value engineering opportunities and commercial strategy during tender stageSupporting the management team with pipeline planning and bid strategySupport where required with QS responsibilitiesFor 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 engineeringStrong residential groundworks experience is essentialExperience pricing packages for housing developers or residential schemesGood understanding of infrastructure, drainage, roads and foundationsStrong commercial awareness and attention to detailAbility to manage multiple tenders and deadlinesExperience using estimating software and analysing drawings/specificationsWhy Join?Long-established family-owned contractor with a strong reputationSecure order book with major UK housebuildersOpportunity to take a lead role within the commercial pre-construction teamGenuine progression to Head of Estimatingfor the right candidateCompetitive salary and packageApplyIf you are an experienced Groundworks Estimator or Senior Estimatorlooking 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.JBRP1_UKTJ