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Estimator (Rail)


Company : Ernest Gordon Recruitment


Location : Wigan,


Created : 2025-12-17


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Estimator (Rail) £65,000 - £75,000 Progression Flexi Time Travel Wigan - Hybrid working Are you an Estimator with experience in Rail or Civils looking to join a multi-million-pound organisation with a global footprint, stepping into a pivotal role supporting major UK projects while gaining access to company-funded training and defined progression pathways? As part of a global leader in rail infrastructure, the company delivers innovative projects across the UK and Europe, specialising in advanced rail technologies. Collaborating with international partners, the team combines technical expertise and a commitment to quality to design and deliver complex rail systems that improve connectivity, efficiency, and the long-term performance of transport networks. In this role, you will lead the preparation of competitive tenders for UK and European rail projects, working closely with clients, suppliers, and internal teams to produce accurate estimates, manage costs and risks, and ensure successful, high-value contracts. The role is Monday-Friday, 40 hours a week, with flexi-time and the option to work from home two days a week. This role would suit an experienced Rail Estimator seeking an autonomous position within a growing infrastructure specialist, taking ownership of high-value tenders across the UK and Europe, analysing technical drawings, managing bid inputs, and supporting major rail projects while benefiting from professional development, flexible working, and opportunities to progress within an internationally connected organisation. The Role: Analyse technical drawings and Coordinate bids Prepare accurate, competitive, and compliant cost estimates Implement innovative tools to streamline workflows and improve efficiency Lead tender reviews and ensure high-quality submissions Benefit from flexi-time and two days per week working from home Work within a team of 3 The Person: Estimator Background in Rail Industry Commutable to Wigan Reference : BBBH22411 Keywords: Rail, Estimator, Tenders, Projects, Technical, Drawings, Wigan, UK Projects, Rail Infrastructure If youre interested in this role, click apply now to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isnt quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.