Estimator, Construction, Civil Engineering
Job in
Huthwaite, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17, England, UK
Listed on 2026-10-02
Listing for:
Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-02
Job specializations:
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Construction
Estimator, Civil Engineering, Building & Residential Construction, Quantity Surveyor -
Engineering
Estimator, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveyor
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Estimator - Piling / Geotechnical - SL47860.
Location:
Nottinghamshire. Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 + Company Car / Car Allowance + Benefits
- £45,000 - £50,000 salary, dependent upon experience
- Company car or car allowance
- 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
- Bupa cash plan
- Potential additional private healthcare depending on seniority
- Accommodation provided when lodging away
- Significant secured and visible project pipeline
- Review tender enquiries, drawings, specifications and associated documentation
- Prepare estimates and tender submissions for piling, geotechnical, earthworks and associated civil engineering packages
- Build up rates for labour, plant, materials and subcontract packages
- Work within established estimating parameters while developing a strong understanding of project‑specific risks and opportunities
- Understand proposed construction techniques and ensure these are appropriately reflected within pricing
- Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain quotations
- Prepare tender documentation and commercial information for submission
- Respond to technical and commercial queries throughout the tender process
- Liaise directly with clients regarding proposed schemes and tender submissions
- Attend occasional client meetings, including meetings at client offices in London
- Work closely with the operational and commercial teams to ensure tenders reflect realistic delivery methods and costs
- Assist with tender handovers following successful project awards
- Develop technical and commercial knowledge with the opportunity to progress within the estimating function
Job Requirements
- Previous estimating experience within piling, geotechnical engineering, ground engineering, earthworks or specialist civil engineering
- Ideally circa 4+ years’ industry experience, although experience and technical ability will be considered on an individual basis
- Understanding of construction rates, plant, labour and materials
- Knowledge of piling / geotechnical construction techniques
- Able to interpret drawings, specifications and tender information
- Commercially aware with good numerical and analytical skills
- Confident putting together tender submissions and responding to client queries
- Approachable and comfortable dealing directly with clients
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Keen to learn and progress within a growing specialist contractor
- Full UK driving licence
- Within reasonable commuting distance of either Junction 27 of the M1, Nottinghamshire
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