Average Assistant Estimator salary in Exeter

Are you ready to take your estimating career to new heights? Our client, a leading organisation in marine civil engineering, is seeking a dedicated and skilled Senior Estimator to lead their estimating function for complex projects across the UK. Job Title: Senior Estimator Location: Dawlish, DevonSalary & Benefits: Circa £75K PA DOE | Car Allowance | Bonus | Private Health Care The Role: We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to lead the estimating function for a leading organisation in the marine infrastructure sector. This role combines leadership of bid teams with hands-on estimating expertise, ensuring accurate, competitive, and risk-aware cost estimates. You will also contribute to strategic pricing decisions and support continuous improvement initiatives within the estimating process. Key Responsibilities:As a Senior Estimator, you will: Lead Estimating & Cost Planning: Oversee the preparation of detailed cost estimates for large-scale marine projects, ensuring accuracy and competitiveness.Bid Coordination: Prepare accurate bid proposals and tender documents, collaborating with operations and engineering teams for project alignment.Subcontractor Engagement: Maintain strong relationships with marine subcontractors and suppliers, reviewing quotations for compliance and competitiveness.Team Leadership: Assist the Head of Estimating in mentoring the team, promoting collaboration across all departments.Process Improvement: Implement best practises in estimating methodology and support continuous improvement initiatives.Internal Collaboration: Work closely with various teams to provide insights on project feasibility, risk profiling, and strategic pricing decisions. What We're Looking For: Experience: Extensive experience in a senior estimating role within marine infrastructure or heavy civil projects.Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience (preferred).Skills: Strong numerical and analytical abilities, exceptional attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project planning software.Knowledge: Familiarity with marine construction methodologies, environmental considerations, and the NEC suite of contract documents (preferred).Leadership Abilities: Strong communication and negotiation skills to effectively engage with clients, suppliers, and internal teams. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in dredging, pile driving, or similar marine projects.Previous experience mentoring junior estimators.A valid driving licence and CSCS card. If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge and make a significant impact in the marine civil engineering field, we'd love to hear from you! How to Apply:Please apply online or send your CV to . To discuss the opportunity in more detail prior to application please contact Vicky on . Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Permanent – 37.5 Hours per weekWe have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Estimator to join our team with Lovell’s South West region based out of our Exeter office.Reporting to the Commercial Director, you will be responsible for leading the Pre-Construction team, working across two of the business streams, estimating contracts and projects during pre-contract/tender stage. The key duties of the role are:Being responsible for any financial, technical and contractual risks of a project measuring for take offs and producing Bill of quantitiesUndertaking the production of tender submission documents, taking the lead commercially, and attending pre-tender and post tender interviews with both internal management and clients.Being accountable for, and providing estimates and calculating robust cost appraisals of projects; andSupporting the bid team and tenders, and the process from start to finishCandidates will ideally hold a relevant degree, with previous experience within an estimating role. You will have a proven track record of working in this sector with a broad knowledge and exposure to mixed tenure and contracting housing. Methodical, analytical and organised, candidates will have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience of JCT D and B scenarios, house building, extra care, and apartments would be desirable, however is not essential.BenefitsBonus entitlement based on performance KPIsHolidays 26 daysLife AssurancePensionPrivate medical insuranceAbility to purchase additional holidayAccess to discount portalCycle to Work scheme and the Lovell Way to EVDigital GPEmployee assistance programmeSharesave schemeAs an Investors in People Gold award employer, Lovell is the UK’s leading provider of mixed tenure affordable homes and has a reputation for innovation and excellence in the delivery of high-quality housing development and regeneration projects.We are committed to enhancing the communities in which we work, building quality homes for real people and looking after our own people; developing talent is key to achieving this. We understand that the success of our organisation comes from the strengths, skills and personalities of our people. Lovell is an equal opportunities employer who encourage and value diversity and inclusion within our teams.The Lovell culture is one that has been successful for many years. It is based on empowering colleagues to make decisions at a regional and local level, and to challenge the status quo whilst working as one to achieve our goals and make Lovell a great place to work for all.

You will like Estimating & winning work from Dawlish/Exeter HQ for leader in marine civil engineering and coastal infrastructure, who are growing sustainably. This is a very  nice opportunity with hybrid working options and the chance to make a real impact in a collaborative, people-first culture. You will like The Marine/Civils Estimator job opportunity itself from Dawlish Devon with hybrid working, where you’ll lead the estimating process for high-value marine civil engineering projects – from concept through to bid submission. Working closely with the Head of Estimating, you’ll provide hands-on technical input and commercial insight to ensure all tenders are accurate, competitive, and risk-aware. You’ll collaborate across multiple departments – including engineering, planning, and commercial – to develop realistic programmes, identify value engineering opportunities, and support pricing strategy at board level.  More specifically: Lead and prepare detailed cost estimates for marine and heavy civil engineering projects Review drawings, specifications, and contract documents to determine scope, risk, and resourcing Prepare and validate take-offs, production rates, and plant and material costs Collaborate with commercial, engineering, and operations teams to align bids with delivery methodology Engage with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations and ensure bid compliance Oversee bid preparation, ensuring submissions are high-quality, accurate, and on time Support mentoring of junior estimators and promote best practice across the team Contribute to continuous improvement and digital innovation within estimating – including the use of AI tools in bid preparation If you’re passionate about cost planning and marine construction – and ready to lead bids that shape the nation’s ports, harbours, and coastlines – this could be your next move. You will get As Marine/Civils Estimator, you will enjoy a salary up to £75K + comprehensive package!   Company bonus Company car Three times salary life assurance (Death in Service) 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service Company pension scheme, matched up to 10% contribution Company healthcare Hybrid working options (with flexibility for home-based candidates) Opportunities to work on iconic marine infrastructure projects across the UK A culture that genuinely encourages collaboration, diversity, and continuous improvement You will have To be successful as Marine/Civils Estimator you will have proven experience as a Senior Estimator within marine, civil, or heavy infrastructure projects. Plus, a healthy mix of the following: Sound understanding of marine construction techniques, risks, and environmental constraints Strong commercial and contractual awareness (NEC experience advantageous) Excellent analytical, numerical, and communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office, estimating and project planning software Ability to read and interpret drawings and technical documentation Collaborative mindset with the confidence to liaise effectively across departments Full UK driving licence (essential) You can apply To Marine/Civils Estimator by pushing the button on this job posting (recommended), or by sending CV in confidence to   UK_MS