Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Estimator to join a well-established, privately owned residential groundworks and civil engineering contractor. With a strong pipeline of projects and ambitious growth plans, this is an exciting opportunity to become part of a business that values its people and offers long-term career prospects.
The Role
You will work as part of a collaborative and experienced team, preparing competitive tenders for a wide range of roads, sewers, drainage, and groundworks packages on major housing developments. Due to exciting growth plans, the company are looking for an ambitious individual who's eager to develop their career, with clear opportunities to progress into a Senior Estimator role.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for a range of civil engineering and groundworks packages on major housing developments.
Analyse tender documents, drawings, and specifications to understand project scope.
Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain quotations and build cost databases.
Collaborate with project managers and engineers to ensure estimates reflect practical delivery methods.
Attend pre-tender and post-tender meetings as required.
Maintain and update estimating tools and systems.
What you'll need to succeed:
Proven experience in estimating within th...