Senior Estimator

Straight-Line are currently hiring a Senior Estimator to be based in Bristol.

Working as head of the Estimating team and reporting to the Commercial Manager, the Senior Estimator will be responsible for tender enquiry documentation, pricing of bills of quantities including build costs, preliminaries and fees whilst investigating and pricing Value Engineering cost savings.

The candidate will be capable of producing best price bids for our larger tenders typically ranging in values -500k - -3m in addition to managing the estimating team to ensure all deliverables are met.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of tendering activities, including planning and coordination of all submission elements.
• Support the Business Development Manager in preparing bid/no-bid justifications.
• Work collaboratively with the Commercial Manager and Operations Manager to continuously improve Business Processes.
• Mentor, develop, and line manage the estimating team in the business
• Coordinate all aspects of the tender process
• Provide detailed feedback in relation to both successful and unsuccessful bids and tenders

Person Specification:

• Proven previous experience in a similar position
• Previous experience managing teams
• Local or within commuting distance to Bristol

Salary - -60,000 - -70,000 (dependent upon experience)

If this sounds of interest, please apply now! Alternatively, if you require more information or have any questions, please contact us on (phone number removed).

Due to the large number of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to everyone. However, by applying to this position, you consent to Straight-Line Civils Ltd keeping your details on file for any future positions.