Senior Estimator in Worcester

Job DescriptionJoin Our Team as a Senior Estimator!\n

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\n

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

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

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

Your Responsibilities\n

As a Senior Estimator (Rail), you will be a key player in our estimating team, helping us secure new work through competitive tenders and negotiated contracts. Your mission? To maximize our commercial position while aligning with our Business Plan objectives. You’ll collaborate with colleagues across preconstruction teams to prepare pricing for tenders and other business opportunities.

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Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

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• Leading the estimating process from the receipt of client documents to handover to delivery teams.

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• Ensuring accuracy and completeness of estimates, and presenting findings at bid team meetings and final reviews.

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• Preparing structured items and quantities using methods of measurement, and pricing work under various contract forms.

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• Collaborating with the procurement team to develop supply chain strategies, appraising quotations, and selecting suitable partners.

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• Identifying key risks, supervising junior team members, and supporting their professional development.

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What We’re Looking For\n

This role is perfect for you if:

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• You hold a degree or HNC qualification in construction or civil engineering, along with a professional qualification.

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• You have experience as an Estimator with a major civil engineering contractor or as a Senior Estimator with Tier 2 contractors.

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• You possess a solid understanding of railway sector work types, possession working, and typical site constraints.

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• You have strong commercial awareness, knowledge of main Forms of Contract, and excellent communication skills.

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• You are proficient in Excel and either have experience with the RIB Candy estimating system or are eager to learn.

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Rewards and Benefits\n

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

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• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

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• Flexible working arrangements to support your work-life balance.

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• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

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• A supportive and inclusive work environment.

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At Kier, making our workplace diverse and inclusive is a top priority. We’re proud of the steps we’ve taken, but we know there’s always more to do. Our employees play a crucial role in shaping our and initiatives, using their experiences to influence our policies.

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We can’t wait to see your application and welcome you to our team. Let’s build a brighter future together at Kier!

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