My client, a well established Civil Engineering contractor in the North West with £35m turnover are currently looking for a Senior Highways Estimator. The company have a strong pipeline of work with long-term framework contracts and are looking to grow their existing commercial team. This is an ecellent opportunity to join a highly repected company and have a direct impact on its continued growth in the region. This role will also include 1 day per week working from home if needed. Responsibilities: Manage and support the two existing and the Contract Administrators Negotiation with clients on existing Direct Award Frameworks. Prepare and submit estimates for Highways Schemes both from existing schedules of rates and/or first principle using estimating software (Causeway) Negotiate with clients including site meetings, measurements and agreeing method of working. Engage with clients in ECI for future schemes Production of programmes (MS Project) and method statements Work with the Procurement Manager developing key supply chain partners Lead the Company’s Bid’s on PQQ/Framework submissions. Prepare the Social Value Matrix of all commercial bids Preparation of Estimators handover files to site teams detailing build up/ assumptions/ targets Assist Commercial team with Compensation Events build up Work closely with the MD in leading the Commercial team on the Company’s Marketing and Business strategy Skills: Minimum 5 years’ experience Highways Estimating/Quantity Surveying Experience in Causeway / Candy or similar estimating packages Good communication and negotiate skills Experience of a commercial/engineering role in the highways industry Working knowledge of NEC and JCT Contracts and SMM7 Team Leadership skills Able to work to strict deadlines CFull clean driving license Good knowledge of MS Office and MS Project Experience in writing method statements Package includes competitive salary, car allowance, profit related bonus, and pension scheme