Senior Estimator - Water Industry
Hours: Full-time, 37.My client is a leading infrastructure company, and their Southern Water Business Unit is looking for a Senior Estimator to join their team in Reading. If you have extensive experience in the water industry and are ready to contribute to exciting projects, this opportunity could be for you.
Working closely with the bid team, you’ll use your construction knowledge and commercial insight to secure profitable projects. Your responsibilities will include risk and value management, budget preparation, cost planning, and collaboration with design and project teams.
Prepare material and subcontractor inquiries, selecting prospective partners.
* Attend strategy meetings and site visits to identify risks.
* Compare and adjudicate subcontractor quotations.
* Manage risk throughout the tender period, preparing a comprehensive tender risk register.
* Present tenders to senior management, highlighting any significant risks.
* Degree in Construction or related field (essential).
* Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
* Extensive experience with analytical estimating, including projects up to £25m.
* Familiarity with various contract types (design & build, traditional, partnering, frameworks).
* Experience using estimating software.
* Skilled in cost planning and risk management.
* Competitive salary & Car allowance
* 34 days annual leave (with the option to buy/sell up to 3 days), long service days awarded at 3, 7, and 10 years.
* Private medical insurance for you (with optional family cover).
* Life assurance and a pension scheme with up to 8% employer match.
* Enhanced maternity, paternity, and parental leave.
* Flexible and agile working options.
* Access to a range of employee discounts, including electronics, travel, fitness, and more. Additional benefits like dental insurance, travel insurance, and a cycle-to-work scheme