Civil Estimator: Tendering & Cost Planning

RJ McLeod (Contractors) Limited; Stocksfield; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

RJ McLeod (Contractors) Limited is seeking an experienced Estimator to join the pre-construction team in Stocksfield. You will develop robust cost estimates for civil engineering projects, analyse drawings and specifications, and collaborate with clients, suppliers, and internal teams to win work.

The role emphasizes tender preparation, risk assessment, and value engineering, with on-site elements at the Stocksfield office as business needs require.

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience estimating civil projects above £10m value.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for civil/ infrastructure projects.
• Analyse drawings, specs, and documents to determine scope and quantities.
• Develop pricing structures and reporting for budgets.
• Collaborate with project teams to support tender submissions.

Skills

Estimating

Numerical analysis

Tendering

Cost control

Communication

Education

Civil Engineering degree

HNC/HND in Civil Engineering

Quantity Surveying background

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

RJ McLeod (Contractors) Limited is seeking an experienced Estimator to join the pre-construction team in Stocksfield. You will develop robust cost estimates for civil engineering projects, analyse drawings and specifications, and collaborate with clients, suppliers, and internal teams to win work.

The role emphasizes tender preparation, risk assessment, and value engineering, with on-site elements at the Stocksfield office as business needs require.