Job Description
The Opportunity
As a key member of our Pre-Construction Team within Infrastructure, the Senior Estimator (MEICA) plays a crucial role in ensuring accurate project estimation, financial viability, and alignment with client expectations and company objectives. This position supports the bidding process for MEICA aspects within our AMP 8 Water Frameworks, including Thames Water, Yorkshire Water, South West Water, and Severn Trent.
The role involves preparing and submitting tenders under various procurement models while working collaboratively to secure profitable future workloads, ensuring competitive and cost-effective solutions.
What you will be doing
* Tender Appraisal – Review tender documentation to ensure full understanding, identifying risks and opportunities.
* Specification Development – Interpret and expand upon client specifications and drawings for accurate subcontractor pricing.
* Pre-Tender Design – Develop preliminary Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) and Single Line Diagrams (SLDs) for water and sewage treatment projects.
* Quotation Procurement – Obtain and assess technical and commercial quotations for subcontracts, materials, and labour.
* Estimate Production – Generate precise estimates for MEICA-related works within tenders.
* Resource Planning – Advise the Pre-Construction Manager on additional resources required for tender completion.
* Tender Programming – Develop detailed tender programs for MEICA activities in alignment with project schedules.
* Risk Management – Identify and document potential risks in a tender risk register, proposing mitigation strategies.
* Value Engineering – Conduct value engineering during the design phase to optimize project efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
* Stakeholder Engagement – Collaborate with process engineers, civil engineers, and commercial teams to ensure project cohesion.
* Site Assessments – Conduct site visits to gather essential information for accurate estimations.
* Settlement Meetings – Present tenders to senior management, highlighting key commercial aspects and risks.
* Tender Submission – Prepare comprehensive tender documentation covering both technical and commercial aspects.
* Client Interaction – Attend post-tender commercial meetings to discuss proposals and address client queries.
* Quality Compliance – Ensure all estimation processes adhere to the company’s Integrated Management System (IMS).
* Handover Documentation – Prepare detailed handover documents post-contract award for smooth project initiation.
* Additional Duties – Support other tasks essential for successful tender submissions.
What we will need from you
* Degree in a MEICA-related discipline.
* Minimum 10 years’ experience in a similar role within the Water Sector.
* Membership in a relevant professional body (IMechE, IET, MICE, or equivalent).
* Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
* Strong analytical estimating experience across projects up to £30m.
* Understanding of various contract forms, including traditional, partnering, design & build, two-stage tenders, and frameworks.
* Technical construction knowledge and familiarity with industry standards.
* Ability to build estimates from first principles, including methodology, sequencing, and outputs.
* Strong cost planning capabilities.
* Experience with estimating software (e.g., Conquest).
* Awareness of Building Information Modelling (BIM).
* Existing relationships with suppliers.
Personal Attributes:
* Strong technical and commercial acumen.
* Awareness of risk and mitigation strategies.
* Ability to work independently and within a team.
* High attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.
* Excellent communication and presentation skills.
* Innovative problem-solving approach.
* Ability to lead and influence teams.
* Professional, flexible, and adaptable mindset.
What we can offer you
* Competitive salary
* Car Allowance part of the Green Scheme
* 26 days annual leave (with the opportunity to buy or sell up to 3 days holiday)
* 3 additional long service days achieved after 3, 7 and 10 years
* Private medical insurance for yourself (with the option to buy family cover)
* Life Assurance
* Defined contribution pension scheme matched up to 8%
* Enhanced maternity, paternity and parental leave
* 2 days volunteering opportunities
* Flexible and Agile working (dependent on your role)
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Professional membership fees
* Perks at Work Employee discount scheme offering discounts on a range of categories such as electronics, home appliances, food & groceries, car buying, travel, fitness and more
* Flexible Benefits scheme which includes the opportunity to purchase benefits such as:
* Critical illness insurance (with option to purchase for your partner)
* Dental Insurance
* Travel insurance
* Cycle to work scheme
* Retail vouchers/payroll giving/activity pass for top leisure attractions.
Who we are
Tilbury Douglas is a leading UK building, infrastructure, engineering and fit-out company. We deliver vital projects across a range of sectors including health, education, highways, justice, defence, aviation, water and environment.
It is our people who make Tilbury Douglas a success. We believe our inclusive culture encourages new ways of thinking, enabling us to innovate whilst remaining resilient. We value and celebrate all individual differences and look forward to receiving your application. We have now achieved our Investors in Diversity status.
Please note we do not have a sponsorship licence.
We look forward to receiving your application!