Lead Estimator

Job Role: Lead Estimator
Location: Sussex
Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 + package
About the Role:
As an Estimator, you'll work directly with the Pre-Construction Lead to drive cost estimation for water-related projects. You'll review Project Content Documents (PCD), develop innovative solutions, and prepare accurate Bottom-up and Top-down estimates. You will manage a multi-discipline estimating team and work closely with design, engineering, and delivery teams to support both ongoing projects and tenders.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading estimating efforts across civil, mechanical, and electrical disciplines.
Managing the estimating team and resources.
Providing strategic advice and preparing estimates throughout the project lifecycle.
Conducting technical and commercial reviews of quotations and managing site visits during tendering.
About you:
Experienced Estimator in the water sector, with a strong background in civil engineering projects.
Proven track record in managing multi-discipline estimating teams (civil, mechanical, electrical).
Strong ability to collaborate with design, engineering, and delivery teams to prepare accurate estimates.
Familiar with Civil Engineering Method of Measurement (CEMM).
Ideally Charter...