VolkerHighways is a market leader in the delivery of highways and street lighting term maintenance contracts. We build strong collaborative relationships with our clients to drive improvements and efficiency in all our activities.

We have the capability to deliver major surfacing and public realm infrastructure projects. Our specialist in-house traffic management division provides expert advice and support across the industry, whilst assisting with our own, in-house contracts.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Estimator to join our growing team at VolkerHighways in Hoddesdon. This role is pivotal in supporting the business to achieve its turnover and profitability targets through accurate pricing and successful tendering.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating Function:

• Prepare accurate tenders for capital projects and maintenance contracts.
• Manage key tender bids and ensure timely, accurate submissions.
• Interpret technical, commercial, and contractual requirements in tender documentation.
• Review and prepare tender pricing (including from first principles) for:
• Highway Term Maintenance contracts (up to -30m50m per annum).
• Schemes and projects up to -10m.
• Traffic management works.
• Complete tender reviews and attend Stakeholder meetings.
• Ensure compliance with all quality assurance requirements related to estimating.
• Compile and reconcile material and subcontract quotation enquiries.
• Complete tender handovers for awarded contracts and assist the Commercial team as required.
• Compare final contract costs against tender allowances.
• Develop and implement pricing strategies to maximise opportunities for winning work.
• Deliver comprehensive estimating services in line with company policies and procedures.
• Actively pursue alternatives and innovative solutions.

Procurement Function:

• Review and propose improvements to purchasing processes.
• Develop supply chain policy and philosophy in collaboration with the Business Manager.

About you

We''re looking for a proactive and detail-driven Senior Estimator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering excellence. To succeed in this role, you''ll bring:

• Proven experience in estimating within highways or similar civil engineering projects.
• Track record of securing profitable contracts and contributing to business growth.
• Strong skills in tender handover and ensuring smooth transitions to delivery teams.
• Excellent presentation and communication abilities, confident in client-facing situations.
• Collaborative mindset - a team player and motivator who inspires others.
• Solid understanding of contract conditions, specifications, and technical drawings.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines without compromising quality.
• IT proficiency, including estimating software and Microsoft Office tools.

If your past experience doesn''t match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.

Why work with us?

VolkerHighways is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.

By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerHighways are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.

We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.

We offer a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary
• Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
• Option to buy additional annual leave
• Private medical care
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
• Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
• Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefit
• Flexible working opportunities
• Employee Assistance programme
• Mental health, physical health, and financial support
• 24/7 Virtual GP service

Fairness, inclusion and respect

We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.

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Additional information

Note for Recruitment Agencies:

Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release.

We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed

VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.

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