Estimator - Highways Maintenance & Improvement Schemes

Role Overview

We are seeking an Estimator to join our Work Winning Team based in Basingstoke. This role focuses on securing long-term contracts for local authority highways maintenance and improvement schemes across the UK. This position is ideal for individuals who have practical experience in site or engineering roles and are keen to transition into estimating, with a solid grasp of project delivery, risks, and opportunities.

Core Responsibilities

• Prepare, develop, and refine pricing and cost estimates for highways projects.
• Evaluate project risks and uncover potential opportunities to improve bid quality.
• Support the preparation and submission of bids and tender proposals.
• Collaborate with operational teams to develop effective delivery strategies.
• Contribute to winning contracts that maintain and enhance local highway infrastructure.

Candidate Profile

• Experience in highways maintenance, civil engineering, site delivery, commercial management, procurement, or local authority services.
• Strong ability to analyze project information and delivery methodologies.
• Skill in identifying potential risks and delivery challenges, as well as opportunities for improvement.
• Enjoy working collaboratively to devise solutions and prepare competitive submissions.
• Motivated to build a long-term career in estimating, bidding, and securing projects.

Why Join Us

Our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious infrastructure projects that benefit communities and national economies. We offer flexible working arrangements including up to 40% remote work where feasible. Benefits include 25 days of paid annual leave (pro rata), family-friendly policies with generous maternity/adoption and paternity/partner leave, pension schemes, share incentive plans, volunteering leave, and recognition programs.

About the Employer

Balfour Beatty Living Places partners with local authorities to create thriving communities by maintaining and improving vital infrastructure. We emphasize sustainable, inclusive workplaces and actively foster diversity through multiple programs and memberships. We strongly encourage applications from people with disabilities and support inclusive recruitment practices.

Diversity and Inclusion

We believe diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our workplace success. Our initiatives support diverse hiring and inclusive culture development. We hold memberships and awards reflecting our commitment to underrepresented groups, including Armed Forces personnel, veterans, and reservists.