Estimator / Senior Estimator (Construction)

Building a sustainable tomorrow We are currently looking for experienced Senior Estimators to join our established Social Infrastructure, Nuclear and Defence pre-construction team. This business unit covers a diverse portfolio including regional civil engineering projects, flood defence schemes, water and wastewater frameworks, near-shore marine works, and nuclear and defence infrastructure. From early-stage budget pricing and Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) contracts through to complex competitive tenders and major infrastructure projects, you will have the opportunity to influence projects throughout their development lifecycle and play a key role in shaping winning solutions. You will join an experienced pre-construction team bringing together estimating, planning, design management, commercial and operational expertise. Working closely with project teams, clients, design partners and supply chain organisations, you will help develop safe, buildable and value-driven solutions for clients across a diverse range of infrastructure opportunities within the Social Infrastructure, Nuclear and Defence sectors. A BAM office will be nominated as your contractual base, but this role is designed around flexibility rather than regular attendance at a specific location. Your working pattern will be agreed with your line manager, and will include collaboration days, client meetings, project site visits, and a mutually agreed combination of home and office-based working. With access to BAM's network of regional offices and project locations, you will be able to work in a way that supports both your performance and wellbeing. Making Possible As a Senior Estimator, you will be responsible for: Coordinating with bid teams, colleagues in estimating, the wider pre-construction team and ECI project teams. Supporting ECI teams with project budget development, value engineering, efficiency proposals and Construction Target Cost preparation. Preparing first-principles cost estimates using Candy estimating software. Producing tender summaries, risk and opportunity registers, and communicating estimate details at review and handover stages. Significant experience within civil engineering, infrastructure or major project delivery environments, gained through estimating, commercial, engineering or operational leadership roles. Demonstrable understanding of common forms of contract, including NEC. Desirable - Ability to obtain and maintain Security Check (SC) clearance. Previous experience working in regulated, nuclear or defence environments would be advantageous but is not essential. Competitive salary A wide range of family-friendly policies Company car/car allowance/travel allowance 8 % matched pension contributions Private healthcare Life assurance 26 days holiday Personal and professional development About BAM Building a sustainable tomorrow. Its how we engineer vital infrastructure and construct high-quality buildings as one of the largest construction companies in Europe. xkybehq Were on an exciting journey to employ the best talent to join us regardless of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.