Senior Estimator

Join Our Team as a Senior Estimator!

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We’re on the lookout for a Senior Estimator to join our dynamic team, working on exciting projects in the railway, aviation, nuclear, and defence sectors.

Location & Hours

Location: Enjoy the flexibility of remote working, with occasional travel to the office as needed.

Hours: 40 hours per week, with some flexibility available. Just let us know your preferences when we chat!

Please note: We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship for this role.

Your Responsibilities

As a Senior Estimator (Rail), you’ll be an integral part of our estimating team, helping us secure new work through competitive tenders and negotiated contracts. Your expertise will be crucial in maximizing our commercial position while aligning with our Business Plan objectives. Here’s what your day-to-day will look like:

• Lead the estimating process from the receipt of client documents to handover to delivery teams.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of estimates, presenting findings at bid team meetings and final reviews.
• Prepare structured items and quantities using methods of measurement, pricing work under various contract forms.
• Collaborate with the procurement team to develop supply chain strategies, appraising quotations and selecting suitable partners.
• Identify key risks, supervise junior team members, and support their professional development.

What We’re Looking For

This role is perfect for you if:

• You hold a degree or HNC qualification in construction or civil engineering, along with a professional qualification.
• You have experience as an Estimator with a major civil engineering contractor or as a Senior Estimator with Tier 2 contractors.
• You possess a solid understanding of railway sector work types, possession working, and typical site constraints.
• You demonstrate strong commercial awareness, knowledge of main Forms of Contract, and excellent communication skills.
• You are proficient in Excel and either have experience with the RIB Candy estimating system or are eager to learn.

Rewards and Benefits

We’re proud to offer a wide range of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. Join us and enjoy:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Flexible working arrangements to support your work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Kier, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace is a top priority. We’re committed to continuous improvement and value the contributions of all our employees in shaping our diversity and inclusion initiatives. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

We can’t wait to see your application and welcome you to our team! #joinkier

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