Estimator - Groundworks and Reinforced Concrete

Estimator Job Overview

• Prepare accurate and competitive tenders from construction drawings, specifications and Bills of Quantities
• Produce detailed rates from first principles
• Measure and take off quantities from construction drawings
• Manage multiple tenders simultaneously at different stages
• Lead target price reviews and tender review meetings
• Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors
• Liaise with clients, consultants and design teams to obtain additional information
• Identify commercial risks, opportunities and value-engineering solutions
• Attend pre-contract and post-contract meetings
• Provide commercial insight throughout the tender process
• Present tender information and recommendations to senior management
• Complete detailed handovers of successful tenders to the construction delivery team

• At least three years' estimating experience within groundworks and/or reinforced concrete structures
• Previous experience preparing tenders from first principles
• Demonstrable experience tendering for construction or civil engineering packages
• Experience working on projects valued up to approximately £30 million
• Strong understanding of construction methods, sequencing and technology
• Confident measuring quantities and interpreting technical drawings
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills
• Ability to manage several tenders and competing deadlines
• Proactive, organised and capable of working independently
• Based within a commutable distance of Barnsley

• Salary of £40,000-£60,000, depending on experience
• Annual bonus scheme
• Company healthcare cash plan
• Comfortable office‑based working environment
• Free on‑site parking
• Long‑term career progression
• Supportive and collaborative working culture
• Permanent position with an established specialist contractor