Estimator - UK Wide

Estimator - UK Wide

Contract: Freelance

Day Rate: Negotiable depending on experience

We're working with one of the UK's leading specialist construction and engineering contractors looking to appoint an experienced Freelance Estimator to support its growing pipeline of work.

This is a business delivering some of the UK's most technically challenging construction and infrastructure projects, with expertise spanning major structures, reinforced concrete, structural steel, civil engineering and complex works within highly regulated and operationally sensitive environments.

With projects across national infrastructure, clean energy and the built environment, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Estimator who enjoys getting involved in complex tenders and wants the flexibility of a freelance position that can be based anywhere in the UK.

The Role

You'll work closely with the pre-construction, commercial, engineering and operational teams to develop accurate, competitive and commercially robust tenders.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing detailed estimates and tenders from first principles
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation
• Developing competitive tender strategies and commercially viable solutions
• Preparing subcontract and supplier enquiry packages
• Obtaining and analysing quotations from the supply chain
• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities within tenders
• Challenging design and construction methodologies to identify value-engineering opportunities
• Supporting tender settlements, bid reviews and client presentations
• Working with engineering and operational teams to develop practical and buildable solutions
• Preparing clear estimating handover information for successful projects

What We're Looking For

• Strong Estimating experience within construction, civil engineering or specialist contracting
• Experience pricing complex construction projects from first principles
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials and commercial principles
• Experience within reinforced concrete frames, groundworks, civils, structural works or infrastructure would be particularly relevant
• Strong take-off and measurement skills
• Excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail
• Experience using Candy or similar estimating software would be advantageous
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tender deadlines
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with commercial, engineering and operational teams

What's on Offer

• Freelance contract
• Day rate negotiable depending on experience
• Can be based anywhere in the UK
• Opportunity to work on major, technically complex UK projects
• pipeline of work across infrastructure, construction and engineering
• Established specialist contractor with an excellent reputation in the industry
• Potential for an ongoing freelance relationship for the right person

Interested in finding out more? Contact Harry Buckland at Aldwych Consulting for a confidential chat.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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