Estimator / Senior Estimator


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	Not specified
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Barnsley, S75 1HT
Working pattern:	Hybrid - 1 day remote
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	7 Sept 2026
Closing date:	7 Oct 2026

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Summary

Your new companyA leading civil engineering and infrastructure contractor is looking to appoint an Estimator or Senior Estimator to join its growing work-winning team based in Barnsley.The business delivers a wide range of infrastructure and engineering projects across sectors including civil engineering, rail, highways, utilities, environmental and infrastructure frameworks. With a strong pipeline of secured and upcoming work, this is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and well-established contractor offering genuine long-term career progression.

Your new roleDue to continued growth, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an Estimator or Senior Estimator to support the pre-construction team in the preparation and delivery of competitive tender submissions across a diverse project portfolio.You will be involved in the full tender lifecycle, working closely with operational, commercial and bid teams to secure future work.Responsibilities will include:

Preparing estimates and tender submissions from first principles

Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation

Producing accurate cost plans and pricing strategies

Managing supplier and subcontractor enquiries

Identifying and assessing commercial risks and opportunities

Supporting framework submissions and negotiated opportunities

Preparing tender reports and recommendation documents

Liaising with clients, stakeholders and internal teams

Supporting successful project handovers to delivery teams

What you'll need to succeed

Previous experience as an Estimator, Senior Estimator or Pre-Construction professional

Background within civil engineering, infrastructure, construction, rail, utilities, highways or a related sector

Good commercial awareness and understanding of tendering processes

Ability to interpret technical information and drawings

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Strong IT skills including Microsoft Excel and estimating software

Applications are welcomed from candidates currently working for contractors, consultancies or specialist engineering businesses.

What you'll get in returnCompetitive salary, benefits and car allowance

Pension scheme

Healthcare benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Ongoing training and professional development

Clear progression opportunities

Long-term pipeline of secured infrastructure work

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this opportunity, click apply now or contact Hays Construction & Property for a confidential discussion.Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

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