Estimator - Rail in Yorkshire and the Humber
Posted by Pinnacle Recruitment
£65,000 – £85,000 a year
Yorkshire and the Humber · Permanent
Due to continued growth our client is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join their pre-construction team.
This is a key role responsible for leading and preparing accurate, competitive cost estimates across complex rail projects, with a focus on piling, civil engineering, and earthworks packages.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the preparation of detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for rail projects
- Analyse drawings, specifications, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labour estimates
- Take ownership of pricing for piling, groundworks, and large-scale earthworks packages
- Engage with supply chain partners to obtain competitive quotations
- Identify project risks and opportunities and develop pricing strategies accordingly
- Work closely with bid managers, planners, and engineering teams during tender stage
- Present and justify estimates to senior stakeholders
- Support value engineering and cost optimisation initiatives
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Senior Estimator within the rail or infrastructure sector
- Strong background in piling, civils, and earthworks
- In-depth understanding of Network Rail standards and processes (desirable)
- Strong commercial awareness and risk management skills
- Proficiency in estimating software and Excel
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
Salary is up to £85,000 + pkg, 4 - 5 days per week WFH.
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