Senior Estimator
CV-LibraryCA11, Penrith, CumbriapermanentPosted: 14 October 2026
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We’re working with an established civils and groundworks contractor based in Penrith who are looking to bring an experienced Senior Estimator into the team.
This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong background in civil engineering and groundworks to take ownership of tenders and help support the company’s continued growth.
The Role:
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Preparing accurate cost estimates and tenders for civils and groundworks projects.
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Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documents.
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Producing detailed take-offs and pricing works from first principles.
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Obtaining and reviewing subcontractor and supplier quotations.
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Identifying commercial risks and opportunities within tenders.
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Liaising with clients, suppliers and subcontractors throughout the tender process.
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Working closely with the commercial and delivery teams to ensure competitive and realistic pricing.
The Ideal Candidate:
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Previous experience as an Estimator or Senior Estimator within civils and groundworks.
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Strong knowledge of groundworks, infrastructure and civil engineering packages.
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Experience pricing projects from initial enquiry through to tender submission.
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Good commercial awareness and attention to detail.
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Confident managing multiple tenders and working to deadlines.
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Strong communication and negotiation skills.
What’s on Offer:
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Competitive salary, depending on experience.
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Opportunity to join an established and growing contractor.
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Long-term career prospects within the business.
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A varied workload across civils and groundworks projects
We’re working with an established civils and groundworks contractor based in Penrith who are looking to bring an experienced Senior Estimator into the team.
This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong background in civil engineering and groundworks to take ownership of tenders and help support the company’s continued growth.
The Role:
*
Preparing accurate cost estimates and tenders for civils and groundworks projects.
*
Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documents.
*
Producing detailed take-offs and pricing works from first principles.
*
Obtaining and reviewing subcontractor and supplier quotations.
*
Identifying commercial risks and opportunities within tenders.
*
Liaising with clients, suppliers and subcontractors throughout the tender process.
*
Working closely with the commercial and delivery teams to ensure competitive and realistic pricing.
The Ideal Candidate:
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Previous experience as an Estimator or Senior Estimator within civils and groundworks.
*
Strong knowledge of groundworks, infrastructure and civil engineering packages.
*
Experience pricing projects from initial enquiry through to tender submission.
*
Good commercial awareness and attention to detail.
*
Confident managing multiple tenders and working to deadlines.
*
Strong communication and negotiation skills.
What’s on Offer:
*
Competitive salary, depending on experience.
*
Opportunity to join an established and growing contractor.
*
Long-term career prospects within the business.
*
A varied workload across civils and groundworks projects