Senior Estimator - Civils

Our client, a leading firm in the water sector, is currently seeking a Senior Estimator to join their team in Manchester on a permanent basis to lead estimates for civil engineering works.Key Responsibilities:Undertake estimates in accordance with Company procedures.Lead team of estimators for larger tenders, mentoring and developing junior estimatorsIdentify opportunities and risks during the tender process.Liaise with the business unit, Bid Manager and Planner to agree on methodology and principles.Maintain a register of key assumptions within the estimateMaintain tender estimate file.Provide indicative pricing support for business development.Obtain feedback from site teams on estimating adequacy and current costs.Prepare an estimating "adjudication pack."Present basis of estimate and key assumptionsClose out actions and monitor customer negotiations, seeking amended authority as required.Prepare estimating handover packs.Provide ongoing support to site teams relating to the estimate and key assumptions.Supporting temporary works for tenders and for the design element of design and construct tendersJob Requirements:Significant experience in the Water and Civil Engineering sectorsProven, bid-winning, track record working on tenders ranging up to 50 millionAbility to ensure all tender submissions are both feasible and profitableNumerate and IT literate, familiar with estimating software and Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft ExcelChartered, incorporated status or ..... full job details .....