Construction Senior Estimator - Hybrid Working

Whatever stage you’re at in your career, with us you’ll have an opportunity to grow and develop. At M Group Highways, we’re supporting the safe transportation and movement of people across the UK.

We don’t just build roads and bridges- we’re building a better future, creating lasting social value that gives back to the communities in which we work.

You’ll be joining our Civils projects team. We deliver specialist civil engineering for the private and public sectors across the UK, building strong relationships based on a collaborative approach.

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you’ll manage the day-to-day commercial activity across your contracts, making sure valuations, cost reporting and contract processes are accurate, timely and compliant. You’ll work closely with operational, finance and procurement teams to manage risk, protect margin and keep commercial information clear and reliable. You’ll also support less experienced colleagues, helping maintain consistent standards across the team.

Pre-contract - You’ll support the commercial setup of projects. Work with Procurement to define work packages and contract terms

Check and assure the quality of valuations completed by others

Validate cost data from finance systems

Maintain accurate accruals and support margin performance

Manage subcontract administration, including onboarding, notices and accounts

Support cost management planning across projects

Cost and financial management - You’ll help ensure reporting is accurate and aligned. Check cost data, including actuals, accruals and liabilities

Support risk and opportunity assessments

Record keeping - You’ll keep commercial records accurate and up to date. Keep risk and opportunity registers updated

Contract performance reporting - You’ll support clear and reliable performance reporting. Share insight on risks, opportunities and performance trends

Work with clients and internal teams to validate SLA and KPI performance

What we expect of you - You help the team work well day-to-day, giving clear direction and support:

Plan and allocate tasks, checking progress and helping others meet expectations

Share your expertise and coach colleagues, helping them build confidence

Raise any performance or wellbeing concerns early

Help create a positive, safe and inclusive team environment

Experience in a Quantity Surveying role within infrastructure or construction

Strong numerical and data analysis skills

Good understanding of cost management and commercial processes

Confident using Excel and commercial systems

Contract and supply chain understanding

Ability to identify and raise commercial risks and issues

Shares knowledge and helps maintain consistent standards

Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent experience

Matched or contributory pension scheme

Online GP service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year

Employee assistance programme

My Rewards portal, access to 1000’s of retail discounts

Life assurance

Cycle to work, salary finance and give as you earn schemes

Enhanced maternity, paternity leave and adoption leave

Reward and recognition scheme

Company car and fuel card with a range of EV and hybrid vehicles to choose from

• My Car Choice our salary sacrifice EV/ Hybrid car scheme
• Private health care and health care cash plan for you and your family
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Our ENABLE inclusion networks bring together people who have a shared passion, to help create an environment where everyone belongs. Our values help to shape our culture and how we work with one another. We’re responsible and go further for our people, clients, communities and the planet

Whether you’re a trainee, apprentice or graduate, or progressing through your career, our people benefit from industry recognised programmes, training and development.

Do apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is considered.

Some roles require drug and alcohol testing as part of induction and onboarding.

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