Senior Estimator
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65 days left
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Date posted
September 25, 2026
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Closing date
December 24, 2026
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Location
Dartford
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Salary
£65,000 - £85,000 /year
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Career level
Senior Level
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Qualification
Relevant Degree / HND / Chartered status or extensive major project delivery track record
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Experience
5+ Years
Description
Laing O’Rourke is seeking a talented and safety-conscious Senior Estimator to join their project team in Dartford delivering critical civil and building infrastructure. As an integral team member, you will contribute directly to world-class engineering execution, ensuring exceptional delivery standards, operational safety, and continuous improvement across the site.
Senior Estimator Location : Dartford / Project-based We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to secure and develop a strong, profitable workstream for the business. The role has full responsibility for estimating processes, providing expert commercial insight, and adding value through innovative solutions, digital engineering, and technical expertise. You will interface confidently across the business and with external stakeholders to support successful work winning.
Position Overview & Key Facts
- Employer: Laing O’Rourke
- Vacancy Requisition ID: 7289
- Project / Base Location: Bridge Place 1 or 2, Dartford, DA2 6SN, United Kingdom
- Employment Type: Permanent / Full-time
- Target Experience: 5+ Years
- Compensation Benchmark: £65,000 – £85,000 + Industry Pension & Benefits
- Application Method: Direct Online Submission via Laing O’Rourke Careers
Key Responsibilities & Operational Scope
- Secure profitable opportunities by preparing high-quality, timely, and competitive bids aligned with LOR Group requirements
- Lead the estimating function across bids, taking ownership of less complex tenders and supporting large or complex projects
- Drive the value proposition across opportunities, including Self Delivery, Digital Engineering (DE), and DfMA initiatives
- Utilise estimating software and Digital Engineering tools to promote efficiency and consistency
- Apply lessons learned and feedback from live and recently completed projects
- Promote innovation and competitiveness through engagement with Engineering Excellence
- Engage collaboratively with Design, Commercial, Engineering, DE, Procurement, Planning, HS&E, and EnEx.G throughout the work-winning process
- Preparation of major prime cost estimates
- Team leadership in prime cost evaluation
- Commercial analysis of subcontractor quotations
Candidate Profile & Required Qualifications
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities
- Ability to work independently, use initiative, and plan ahead
- Strong organisational and time-management skills
- Extensive experience using estimating software
- HNC or cognate degree in Construction or Civil Engineering (or equivalent experience)
- HNC / Degree in Construction or Civil Engineering
- Progression towards professional membership (RICS, CIOB, ICE, IMechE)
What We Offer (Total Rewards & Benefits)
- Competitive Financial Package: Market-benchmarked salary or hourly rate, structured annual performance appraisals, and clear promotional pathways.
- Pension & Healthcare: Enhanced contributory company pension, life assurance cover, and private health cover options.
- Work-Life Balance: Generous annual holiday entitlement plus bank holidays, additional purchased leave schemes, and 24/7 confidential employee support (EAP).
- Learning & Professional Growth: Support for chartership (ICE, IMechE, IET, CIOB, RICS), trade licenses, NVQs, and accredited technical training.
- Employee Perks: Discounts with leading UK high-street brands, cycle-to-work initiative, and active diversity and inclusion networks.
Core Competencies & Key Technical Focus
Apply Directly for this Opportunity
This vacancy is actively accepting applications. Visit the official Laing O’Rourke recruitment portal to review full technical requirements and submit your CV.