Senior Estimator

Our retained client, Bethell Group
Bethell Group, a Manchester-based civil engineering and utility services group, is continuing their major expansion plans in 2024 targeting a strengthening of their workforce by up to 20%. Bethell, which has operated in the Northwest for over 150 years, has a significant number of framework contracts with the Utility sector, Local Authorities, and key infrastructure clients. They are an equal opportunities employer and have been accredited with both Investors in People and The Workplace Wellbeing Charter. They offer accredited training to colleagues who wish to develop themselves professionally and grow their skillsets.
The Role: Senior Estimator
As a Senior Estimator, you will prepare analytical estimates from first principles and all necessary associated data required to produce work-winning tender bids on behalf of Bethell Construction. You’ll be expected to review tender information to assess work scope, taking off accurate quantities where necessary, compiling comprehensive enquires for subcontractors and other resources, utilizing all available tender information to remove ambiguity. You’ll assign work as necessary to other members of the Estimating team and submit bids in accordance with ITT instructions ensuring that all aspects of the tender have been addressed in a professional manner.
Essential Skills & Experience
HND/HNC in Civil Engineering or other technically-related subject
Minimum 5 years’ experience in estimating practice with an understanding of Civil Engineering; especially water, wastewater, highways, and groundworks
Minimum 5 years’ on-site experience within a water/wastewater utility organization
Excellent skills in estimating software such as Valesco, Causeway, Conquest, or Candy
Proven financial and commercial management skills
Good working knowledge of CESMM, HWMM, SMM7
Good working knowledge of NEC forms of Contract
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