Estimator, Construction, Civil Engineering

Key Responsibilities

As Senior Estimator, you will be responsible for:

• Preparing detailed and accurate cost estimates for civil engineering projects.
• Reviewing tender documentation, drawings, specifications and scopes of works.
• Producing competitive and commercially robust tenders.
• Obtaining and analysing quotations from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Completing take-offs and detailed measurement of works.
• Identifying risks, opportunities and potential value engineering solutions.
• Developing project programmes and associated preliminaries where required.
• Liaising with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Attending tender adjudications and presenting estimates to senior management.
• Supporting the commercial team through the handover from pre-construction to delivery.
• Managing multiple tenders simultaneously while working to strict deadlines.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and supply chain partners.

The successful candidate will have a strong background within civil engineering, groundworks, infrastructure or related sectors, with the ability to manage estimates from initial enquiry through to final submission.

• Proven experience as an Estimator/Senior Estimator within civil engineering.
• Strong knowledge of groundworks, infrastructure and/or general civil engineering.
• Experience pricing projects ranging from approximately £1m £20m+.
• Excellent understanding of construction costs, labour, plant, materials and subcontract packages.
• Strong ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• The ability to work independently and take ownership of the estimating function.
• Experience using estimating/tendering software and Microsoft Excel.
• A strong understanding of UK construction contracts and procurement processes.

• Competitive package, depending on experience.
• Company car/car allowance.
• Pension contribution.
• Annual bonus opportunity.
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
• Opportunity to work on a variety of exciting civil engineering projects.
• Long-term career progression within a growing contractor.
• Supportive and professional working environment.