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Principal Estimator

Company

Nicholas Associates

Location

Manchester, Greater Manchester

Posted

July 04, 2026

Position Overview

Nicholas Associates are working with reputable, long-serving contractor who are looking for a Senior Estimator to strengthen the preconstruction team and help driving success across large-scale projects within Infrastructure, Power, Defence and Data sectors.

The Role

You will play a pivotal role in the pre-construction process, leading the pricing and tendering for projects ranging from £5m to £50m+. You will collaborate with clients, engineers, and project managers to develop accurate and competitive bids.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and lead detailed cost estimates for groundworks and civil engineering projects
Analyze drawings, specifications, and other documentation to prepare comprehensive tenders
Work closely with the commercial, technical, and operational teams
Attend pre- and post-tender meetings with clients and internal stakeholders
Identify risk and opportunity in tender submissions
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