Senior Estimator / Estimator – Civil Engineering Location: Ashby, – with some travel to sites Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £55,000 – £70,000 car, pension, and private medical cover Join a well-established civil engineering contractor delivering high-quality projects across groundworks, earthworks, drainage, and foundations. We’re seeking an experienced Senior Estimator / Estimator to play a key role in securing and pricing civil engineering projects across the UK. Working closely with the senior management team, you’ll take ownership of tenders from initial enquiry to submission, ensuring competitive, compliant, and commercially sound proposals. What You’ll Do: Manage the full estimating process for civil engineering projects. Review tender documentation, specifications, and drawings. Prepare detailed cost estimates, bills of quantities, and tender submissions. Liaise with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure accurate pricing. Identify value engineering opportunities and cost-saving measures. Attend pre-tender and post-tender meetings. Support business development through competitive and timely bid submissions. What You’ll Bring: Proven experience as an Estimator (Senior or intermediate level) in civil engineering. Strong knowledge of groundworks, earthworks, drainage, and foundations. Commercial acumen and strong attention to detail. Excellent negotiation, communication, and organisational skills. Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office. Desirable: Experience working for a civil engineering subcontractor, particularly in packages up to £5m. Why Join Us: You’ll be part of a respected and growing company with a track record for delivering quality work. This is an opportunity to make a direct impact on the business’s success while enjoying a supportive team environment and long-term career prospects. Benefits: Company car Company pension Private medical cover If you’re ready to bring your estimating expertise to a thriving civil engineering contractor, please send your CV or contact me directly at