Estimator, Engineering, Civil Engineering

Our client, a well known civil engineering company based in West Yorkshire is seeking to increase the size of their Pre-Construction/work winning team and as such is seeking to employ an Estimator. Your Responsibilities The main duties of the role include:
1.Preparation of detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for Civil Engineering, Rail, Infrastructure, Marine, and multidisciplinary construction projects.
2. Development of estimates using first principles and bottom-up estimating methodologies including labour, plant, material, subcontract, logistics, and productivity outputs.
3. Preparation and derivation of Schedule of Rates (SoR) based upon resource build-ups, productivity analysis, and construction methodologies.
4. Undertake detailed quantity take-offs from drawings, specifications, and technical documentation using manual and digital measurement techniques. The perfect candidate will have: QUALIFICATIONS HNC / HND / Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or related discipline, or equivalent practical estimating experience SKILLS/COMPETENCIES Strong numerical and analytical capability. Ability to prepare first principles and bottom-up estimates. Competent in Microsoft Excel and estimating software.

Good communication and organisational skills EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE Understanding of Civil Engineering and/or Rail construction methodologies. Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications. Knowledge of resource-based estimating principles The Package Competitive Pay A collaborative and friendly working culture, focussed on investing in people Up to 25 days holiday  Statutory Bank Holidays Hybrid working, depending on business needs (after probation) Company Sick Pay Annual professional subscription costs Excellent training & development opportunities, provided by our award nominated in house Training team Paid Volunteering days and Charity events Annual Flu Jabs Employee Assistance Programmes for advice and counselling Access to a committed Mental Health First Aider team Company Pension and Death in Service scheme of 2x annual salary A generous Employee Referral scheme of £1000 per successful hire