Civil Estimator — Major UK Projects, Flexible Hours

Farrans; Auchentibber; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Farrans is seeking a Civil Engineering Estimator to join its busy Pre-Contract team. The role develops independent estimates for major civil projects across the UK, including roads, bridges, renewables, water and marine works, typically £10m to £50m+.

You will liaise with bid teams, clients and suppliers, extract quantities, price subcontractors, and lead tender adjudication to maximise win chances. A degree in civil engineering or QS and estimating experience are required.

Qualifications

• Honours degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or other related discipline
• HND/HNC in similar discipline with proven estimating track record in Civil Engineering
• Sound knowledge of civil engineering construction, with site experience or 5+ years as civils estimator
• Knowledge of construction and engineering within the UK/ROI
• Proficiency with Estimating Software (Conquest/Candy)
• Skilled and experienced at estimating, pricing works and cost management
• Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
• Full Driving Licence
• Strong numerical/mathematical and data analysis skills
• Accurate and consistent approach
• Good communication skills and the ability to engage with clients at all levels

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate with bid management team to develop a schedule of key dates for estimates
• Examine tender documentation for completeness and review contract changes
• Prepare and issue enquiry documents to materials providers and sub-contractors
• Attend pre-construction and construction site visits
• Extract Bill of Quantities from tender package to Estimating Software
• Develop Bill of Quantities from drawings or tenders without documentation
• Source and price all items detailed in the Bill of Quantities
• Evaluate quotations and align with project specification
• Price all temporary works and liaise with Design/other functions
• Organise and price contractor’s preliminaries for projects
• Lead Tender Adjudication with reports and presentations
• Complete tender documents for submission with Line Manager
• Organise delivery of completed tender documents to meet client deadlines
• Report tender results to Line Manager and Procurement Director

Skills

Numerical analysis

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Honours degree in Civil Engineering / QS

HND/HNC in related discipline

Tools

Conquest

Candy

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Farrans is seeking a Civil Engineering Estimator to join its busy Pre-Contract team. The role develops independent estimates for major civil projects across the UK, including roads, bridges, renewables, water and marine works, typically £10m to £50m+.

You will liaise with bid teams, clients and suppliers, extract quantities, price subcontractors, and lead tender adjudication to maximise win chances. A degree in civil engineering or QS and estimating experience are required.