Estimator, Engineering, Civil Engineering

Location: Southwick

The Opportunity
We are working with a well-established civil engineering contractor to recruit a Junior / Assistant Estimator or an established estimator to support their pre-construction and commercial teams. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional or graduate looking to develop a long-term career in civil engineering estimating.

You will work alongside experienced estimators and commercial managers, gaining hands-on exposure to tendering, cost planning and bid preparation across a range of infrastructure and coastal projects.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with the preparation of tender submissions for civil engineering projects.

Review drawings, specifications and tender documentation.

Support take-offs, quantity measurements and cost build-ups.

Help identify risks, opportunities and value-engineering options.

Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors for pricing and quotations.

Maintain accurate records and contribute to tender handover processes.

Support post-tender reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.

About You

This role would suit someone who is:

At an early stage of their estimating or civil engineering career.

Educated to HNC / HND / Degree level in Civil Engineering or Construction (or working towards).

Keen to learn estimating from first principles within a supportive team environment.

Organised, numerate and detail-focused.

Confident using Microsoft Excel and other Office applications.

A strong communicator with a proactive, positive attitude.

Desirable (but not essential)

Some site experience within civil engineering or construction.

Exposure to tendering, cost control or commercial processes.

Full UK driving licence.

What's on Offer

Structured training and mentoring from experienced estimators.

Clear career progression into an Estimator role.

Exposure to technically interesting and varied civil engineering projects.

Long-term stability within a reputable contractor.

Competitive salary and benefits package.

If this sounds like you apply with a copy of your CV or get in touch with Harry Buckland.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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