Senior Estimating Engineer
Location: Warrington or St Helens
Up to £55,000 + Car Allowance
Permanent, Hybrid

A leading multi-disciplinary design & build contractor is looking for an experienced Estimator/Quantity Surveyor to lead their estimating efforts and secure profitable contracts for company projects. The company operate across utilities, power, nuclear, chemical, pharmaceutical, energy and food & drink sectors.

Reporting into the Estimating Director, you would be based from either their Warrington or St Helens offices (hybrid) on a permanent staff basis.

Key Responsibilities: Senior Estimating Engineer

• Conduct technical and contractual reviews of tender enquiries.
• Prepare detailed estimates using QA procedures and estimating software.
• Source competitive quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Perform detailed take-offs to support tender reviews and financial control.
• Collaborate with internal divisions for necessary tender information.
• Attend site visits and client meetings in the UK and overseas.
• Brief project teams on successful tenders.
• Supervise and mentor Estimating Engineers for timely and complete tender submissions.
• Provide specialist estimating services across the business.
• Assess user requirements, scope, and design quality for accurate estimation.
• Maintain excellent knowledge of contractual arrangements and estimating practices.
• Manage unpredictable workloads and deadlines with flexibility and organisational skills.
• Engage in annual performance reviews and continuous training.

Key Requirements: Senior Estimating Engineer

• Relevant qualifications (HNC, ONC, or City and Guilds) in an appropriate discipline.
• Extensive experience in estimating within the chemical, pharmaceutical, nuclear, utilities, or food & drink industries.
• Strong understanding of current estimating and commercial practices.
• Solid knowledge of engineering and project management.
• Proficiency in HSE and QA compliance.
• High computer literacy.
• Effective people management and leadership skills.

Company Information

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