Senior Civil Estimator

The Vacancy Senior Civil Estimator Location: Remote (UK) with site visits Contract: Permanent About The RoleBinnies UK, part of the RSK Group, is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Estimator to strengthen and develop our Estimating function in line with anticipated growth across the Delivery P&L and workload. The role will primarily support framework opportunities with Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water (DCWW), United Utilities, and Southern Water, delivering Design & Build and Asset Health projects, alongside future Design & Build opportunities within the Industrial Water sector. This is a predominantly remote role, although regular site visits will be beneficial. The position will play a key role in building long-term resilience and capability within the Estimating department. As a Senior Civil Estimator, you will combine strong technical and commercial expertise, contributing to the development of project scope, programme, and cost solutions that are both sustainable and affordable for our clients. Key Responsibilities

• Develop and produce discipline-specific estimates, including quantitative take-offs and Bills of Quantities (BOQs)
• Contribute to and challenge project solutions to enable robust and accurate estimates
• Coordinate with estimating disciplines and engineering/technical specialists
• Prepare and issue supply chain enquiries; adjudicate returns and prepare bid comparisons and recommendations
• Produce estimate summaries and submission documentation for reviews, assurance, and client submissions
• Support the handover of estimating data to delivery teams
• Build and maintain effective relationships with clients and key supply chain partners
• Communicate effectively with commercial, procurement, engineering, and construction teams
• Identify, manage, and input into risk and opportunity assessments
• Maintain awareness of current health, safety, and environmental requirements
• Capture lessons learned and incorporate feedback into future estimates and cost data
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, improving data quality, processes, and efficiencies
• Maintain cost databases, rate libraries, cost curves, and cost models

About You You will be an experienced estimator who plays a critical role in the pre-construction and tendering process, able to interpret, interrogate, and influence both design and construction solutions while developing accurate and commercially sound cost estimates. Skills and experience:

• Proven experience in civil works estimating, using computerised analytical estimating systems (ideally CCS Candy)
• Ability to undertake first-principles measurement and cost estimation
• Experience estimating across all stages of the project lifecycle, from early budgets to detailed tender estimates
• Strong understanding of design, construction methodology, and buildability
• Experience applying opportunity and risk management techniques within estimates
• Water industry experience desirable but not essential
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Well organised, disciplined, and able to meet demanding deadlines
• Strong commercial awareness and a collaborative team-based approach

About Us We develop intelligent solutions using our award-winning integrated planning and design approach to deliver functional infrastructure and lasting environmental and social legacies. This is backed by a culture that has stayed true since our foundation over 100 years ago. We create new possibilities for humanity through our innovative approach to delivery. Together with our clients, we are always striving to find a smarter way to deliver projects. From providing low carbon, sustainable and resilient water solutions, flood alleviation and environment services, to connecting people with insights and data. Our business exists to improve the quality of life for our local communities today and for generations to come. Binnies is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then. At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees. Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company. If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes? Benefits Private Health Insurance Income Protection High Street Vouchers Life Assurance Annual Leave Purchase Cycle to Work Scheme Discounted Gym Membership Mental Health Support Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme