Estimator

Estimator – Civil Engineering (Water Sector)
St Albans, Hertfordshire
Full-Time | Permanent
£45,000 – £65,000 per annum
Start Date: 02/01/2025
Closing Date: 30/05/2025

Morson Talent is recruiting for an experienced Estimator to join a well-established civil engineering contractor delivering major infrastructure projects across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking business that offers a long-term career path, exciting project exposure, and a commitment to ongoing professional development.

About the Role:
As an Estimator, you’ll be a key player in the work-winning process, working collaboratively with a skilled and diverse tendering team. You’ll develop competitive and technically sound estimates for civil engineering projects, primarily within the water sector, including shafts, tunnelling, pipelines, MEICA, rail civils, and groundworks.

Responsibilities:

• Interpret client tender requirements and supporting documents (PQQ/ITT)

• Review and take off Bills of Quantities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates in line with company procedures

• Develop risk and opportunity registers, and maintain key assumptions

• Collaborate with internal departments including procurement, planning, and bid management

• Present estimates at adjudication meetings and handover sessions

• Provide support to delivery teams post-contract award

About You:
Essential:

• 5–10 years of estimating or relevant operational experience in civil engineering

• Experience in one or more of the following areas: tunnelling, pipelines, MEICA, rail civils, or groundworks

• Strong commercial and construction methodology awareness

• Proficient in estimating software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

• Excellent organisational and communication skills

• Full UK driving licence

Desirable:

• Chartered Engineer status or working towards similar professional qualification

Benefits:

• Competitive salary (£45,000–£65,000)

• Company pension (5% contribution)

• Life assurance (2x salary)

• Private medical cover and permanent health insurance

• Profit share scheme

• Company car or car allowance

• Ongoing training and development

• 25 days annual leave plus loyalty days

• Volunteering and social value initiatives

• Staff referral programme