Enable Resourcing is recruiting for an Estimator – Earthworks & Civils to join a growing civil engineering contractor based in Chippenham, Wiltshire, specialising in earthworks and associated infrastructure packages.
This role is ideal for an engineer with approximately 1–3 years’ site experience who is looking to transition into an estimating and pre-construction position.
You will support the pricing and tendering of earthworks and civils schemes, producing accurate, competitive and commercially sound submissions.
Key Responsibilities
* Reviewing drawings, specifications and technical documentation
* Carrying out quantity take-offs
* Assisting with pricing of earthworks and civils packages
* Supporting development of cost estimates and build-ups
* Liaising with site teams, planners and subcontractors
* Obtaining and analysing supplier and subcontractor quotations
* Supporting value engineering and cost planning exercises
* Preparing tender clarifications and supporting bid documentation
* Attending pre-tender meetings where required
* Assisting with handover of successful tenders to delivery teams
* Supporting development of cost databases and estimating systems
You will work closely with operational and commercial teams to ensure tenders are technically accurate and commercially robust.
About You
* Approximately 1–3 years’ site experience within civil engineering or earthworks
* Experience in an engineering role such as Site Engineer or Graduate Engineer
* Strong understanding of earthworks, groundworks and construction methodologies
* Good numerical and analytical capability
* Strong communication skills and team-focused approach
* Civil Engineering or Construction qualification
* Experience using Excel or estimating software
This role offers an excellent opportunity to move from site delivery into pre-construction within a specialist earthworks contractor.
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary of £70,000 – £90,000 per annum (DOE)
* Opportunity to transition into estimating and pre-construction
* Exposure to specialist earthworks and infrastructure schemes
* Career development within a growing civil engineering contractor
If you are a site-based civil engineer looking to move into estimating within earthworks and civils, we would like to hear from you.
Apply now or contact Enable Resourcing for a confidential discussion.
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