Civil Estimator

Due to continued growth and an expanding project portfolio, YTL Construction is seeking a skilled Civil Estimator to join our dynamic Estimating team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to high-impact infrastructure projects and work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment.

As a Civil Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive civil engineering estimates across a variety of construction projects.

You’ll play a key role in supporting both in-house delivery teams and external partners, ensuring robust cost assurance and governance throughout the pre-construction phase.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• developing detailed civil estimates from tender documentation, drawings and specifications
• collaborating with designers, project managers, clients and suppliers to gather and validate project information
• leading negotiations with subcontractors and suppliers to secure competitive pricing
• providing technical input to support efficient design and value engineering
• assisting the Commercial team with variations, applications and final account processes
• maintaining strong relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders throughout the estimating lifecycle

We’re looking for a proactive and detail‑oriented professional with a strong background in civil engineering and estimating.

You’ll have:

• a civil qualification, with civil installation or project delivery experience
• excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
• strong technical understanding of civil methodology and construction processes
• proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and estimating software
• a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

It would also be advantageous if you had a background in water and wastewater projects.

• A combined pension contribution of up to 20%.
• Career progression and professional development opportunities.
• 25 days’ holiday rising to 28 with length of service.
• The opportunity to sell up to five days of holiday every year.
• The opportunity to buy up to ten days of holiday each year (subject to conditions).
• A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs.
• Life assurance of up to eight times your salary.
• The opportunity to lease a new electric car through salary sacrifice (subject to conditions).
• Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers.
• One paid volunteering day each year.
• Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements.
• Access to an interactive health and wellbeing platform.
• Support from trained mental health first aiders.
• A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone who is successfully recruited by us.

YTL UK is part of the international YTL Group based in Kuala Lumpur. The UK companies include:

• Wessex Water – one of the top‑performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West
• YTL Developments – a major UK developer currently redeveloping a 350‑acre former airfield into an award‑winning, exciting mix of houses, apartments, schools, commercial space, restaurants and hotels, to make a truly sustainable new community
• YTL Construction UK – a top 20 UK contractor providing fully integrated services to infrastructure, residential, commercial, industry, energy and environmental sectors
• YTL Live – the development and operation of an entertainment complex that includes a 20,000 capacity arena, conferencing and exhibition space
• plus a number of other retail, environmental and specialist businesses.

We are passionate about diversity and inclusion – with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer.