* Salary: £50000 - £70000 per annum
* Type: Full Time
* Region: UK - South East
* Town/City: Gillingham, Kent
* Posted: 30/04/2026
* Listed in: Cost Engineering
* Reference: TARG001_1777520319
Estimator - Surfacing / Highways
Location: Flexible (Kent / South East projects)
Salary: £50,000 - £70,000 + Package (depending on experience)
The Opportunity
This isn't a box‑ticking Estimator role. It is for someone who understands how surfacing work is won, priced, and delivered – and wants to be part of a business where their input actually matters. You’ll be working closely with senior leadership on a range of surfacing and highways projects, taking ownership of tenders from initial enquiry through to submission. If you’re currently pricing work but feel stuck, under pressure, or lacking progression, this is worth a conversation.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Preparing accurate cost estimates for surfacing and highways projects
* Reviewing drawings, specifications, and tender documentation
* Pricing works across asphalt, civils, and associated packages
* Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors for quotations
* Supporting bid submissions and commercial strategy
* Working alongside operations to ensure realistic and deliverable pricing
What They’re Looking For
* Experience in estimating within surfacing, highways, or civil engineering
* OR a strong Quantity Surveyor with pricing/tendering exposure
* Good understanding of asphalt / road construction projects
* Ability to interpret drawings and technical documentation
* Commercial awareness and attention to detail
Why This Role?
* Clear progression route, not a dead‑end estimating role
* Less red tape than Tier 1 contractors
* Opportunity to work on a variety of projects
* A business where your work directly impacts success
The Reality
Good Estimators in this market aren’t actively applying for jobs. If you’re even slightly open to hearing what’s out there, this is worth a confidential conversation.
Apply / Enquire
Apply directly and suitable candidates will be messaged to arrange an informal and confidential conversation.
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