Balfour Beatty Plc

Balfour Beattys Power Transmission & Distribution teams work with regional, national and international electricity network owners and operators to provide technical engineering solutions across the full spectrum of the electricity grid, including overhead lines, cabling, substations and distribution networks.

From scoping and feasibility, to design, construction and on-going maintenance, our in-house experts, flexible resources and industry-leading innovations support customers in the development of some of the UKs most ambitious power transmission and distribution projects.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence ‘Employer Recognition Scheme’ and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: candidaterecruitmentqueries@balfourbeatty.com

About the role

Balfour Beatty has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Estimator to join our Power Transmission & Distribution business. The candidate will primarily be focussed on estimating for projects associated with Multi-Utility works covering Power, Gas, Water and Telecoms projects, for end clients such as HS2 and National Highways.

What you’ll be doing

To have strategic responsibility for the Multi-Utility estimating function which includes Bid Management and Estimating duties.
To lead Multi-Utility estimating team in producing competitive, thorough, well researched bids and estimates.
To oversee the parts of the gated business lifecycle that relate to work winning (stages 1-4).
To support Business Development with client management, engagement and developing work winning opportunities.
To identify and implement procedural changes to Bid Management and Estimating process and systems.
To liaise with other Enabling functions such as Business Development, Engineering, Planning, Operations, Commercial etc.
To ensure Balfour Beatty’s Code of Conduct is thoroughly understood, adhered to and promoted across the business to ensure safe, compliant and consistent working practices.
To ensure collaboration and proactively contribute to teamwork and cross-functional working.

Who we’re looking for

Management experience in similar estimating and tender management role.
Ability to develop a scope of work capable of being priced from limited information.
Good financial acumen with an ability to analyse data accurately.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Willingness to learn & progress.
Team Player.
Work unsociable hours, when required.
Proficient in general IT applications e.g. Excel, and standard estimating software e.g. CANDY.

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UKs most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasnt rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package thats right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

– Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
– 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
– Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
– Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more

About us

Diversity and inclusion

We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence ‘Employer Recognition Scheme’ and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident

A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.

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