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The opportunity

Due to our ongoing growth, we are looking for a Civils Estimator to play a leading role in the growth our Heat Networks team in our Blackburn office.

  • location
    Location Blackburn
  • salary
    Salary Competitive depending upon experience

About the role

You will play a crucial role in preparing Civil related estimates within our Heat Networks team, and liaising with our preferred civil engineering sub-contract supply chain for project related tender packages. Preparing a projected net cost model for proposed projects and managing the tender process through site visits, tender packages, liaison with other departments, contractors and any proposed clients.

Key responsibilities

  • Prepare detailed cost estimates for tenders and projects related to civil works, including trenching, ducting, and reinstatement
  • Accurately assess drawings, specifications, and technical documentation to develop comprehensive pricing models
  • Price multiple elements of utility works including comms/HV and LV ducting, and district heating systems
  • Assess and price temporary works requirements such as trench supports, traffic management, access platforms, and structural supports
  • Develop bills of quantities from drawings, specifications, and other technical document
  • Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing and ensure accurate quotations
  • Develop and maintain unit rates and cost databases for civil, utility works and district heating.
  • Work closely with project managers, engineers, and commercial teams to ensure consistent pricing.
  • Provide input into the value engineering process and suggest cost-saving measures.
  • Attend site visits and pre-tender meetings as required.
  • Support post-tender negotiations and handover to operational teams.

What you will need

Benefits

  • salary
    Competetive Salary (depending upon experience)
  • pension
    Contributory Company Pension Scheme
  • insurance
    Non-contributory death-in-service insurance
  • people
    Employee Assistance Programme
  • holiday
    33 Days Holiday including BH
  • flexible working hours
    Flexible working hours patterns
  • location
    Discounted gym memberships across the UK
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Blackburn (Head office) Civils Estimator Heat Network

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