Senior Estimator Job at Morgan Sindall Plc (Coventry)

Senior Estimator

Morgan Sindall Plc

Location:
United Kingdom , Coventry

Category:
Construction

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

Senior Estimator Coventry, England Talented people are the key to our success. We are seeking a proficient and motivated Senior Estimator — or an experienced Senior Site Management professional looking to progress into a pre‑contract role — to join our Water, Aviation and Highways precontract team. You will support the development of both current and future tendering opportunities, contributing to the successful delivery of a diverse portfolio of schemes. This position offers the opportunity to apply your advanced technical expertise, take a leading role in shaping tender strategy, and influence the successful delivery of high‑value infrastructure projects.

Job Responsibility:

Work collaboratively within the pre‑contract WAH estimating team to prepare tender estimates from first principles and Supply Chain engagement
Review tender documentation to confirm scope, identify risks and opportunities, and support tender strategy development
Conduct site inspections to understand tender requirements and assess conditions that may influence pricing
Take off quantities, define permanent and temporary works packages, and produce detailed Bills of Quantities to Standard Method of measurements
In conjunction with the Procurement Department engage with subcontractors and suppliers to secure competitive quotations for Subcontract packages and Materials
Compile complete tender submissions, ensuring all Client return schedules, programmes, and supporting documents are accurate and approved
Consult with all internal Stakeholders throughout the tender process, responding to queries and incorporating feedback into revisions
Ideally can analyse large datasets and support with the creation of dashboards or reports to improve commercial insight
Review contract details, support negotiations, and coordinate the contract award and handover process to project teams
Provide guidance and mentoring to direct reports, supporting delegation, development, and performance management
Maintain productive relationships with customers and stakeholders while identifying new business opportunities and monitoring industry developments
Contribute to continuous improvement by reviewing and refining estimating procedures and working methods

Requirements:

Demonstrates the ability to work independently, showing strong initiative and an initiative-taking, self‑starting approach to managing complex estimating tasks and driving tender progress
Experience in civil engineering construction methods, preliminary site costs requirements, construction planning techniques and estimating concepts
Ability to prepare estimates from first principles and evaluate and compare subcontract quotations
Competence in defining permanent and temporary works scopes
Strong skills in interpreting drawings and completing accurate quantity take‑offs
Familiarity with the Estimating software CANDY and Bluebeam the quantity take off tool (desirable
training available)
Ability to manage and analyse large datasets and produce clear dashboards/reports
Degree educated (preferred)
Solid understanding of project management principles and construction standards
Awareness of current health and safety requirements
Strong teamwork, communication, and people skills
Effective planning and time‑management capabilities
Ability to ensure technical standards and specifications are met
Self‑motivated with the ability to support and guide colleagues
Specialist knowledge relevant to civil engineering or estimating

Nice to have:

Familiarity with the Estimating software CANDY and Bluebeam the quantity take off tool
Degree educated

What we offer:

Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days
Flexible and adaptable working
Family friendly policies and work/life approach
Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support
Contributory pension scheme
Annual bonus scheme
Recognition scheme and long service awards
Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (if applicable to role)
Share-save scheme
Discounts including cycle to work and gym membership
Support and advice service for colleagues and their families

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 03, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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