Estimator

SEDR Recruitment Ltd; Barton-upon-Humber; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car or car allowance

Enhanced pension

Annual bonus potential

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Job summary

SEDR Recruitment Ltd is seeking an Estimator for remediation and enabling works, based in the Midlands or Leeds. You will develop accurate tenders, take-offs and cost plans, supporting bids from enquiry to handover while working with the pre-contract team and engineers.

The role requires estimating experience in remediation/earthworks, reading drawings, NEС/JCT familiarity, and strong numerical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Estimating experience in remediation, enabling works, earthworks or construction.
• Ability to read technical drawings, complete take-offs and prepare cost plans.
• Familiarity with NEC/JCT contracts and tendering portals.
• Good knowledge of construction methods, materials and equipment.
• Strong numerical skills, attention to detail, communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Knowledge of contaminated land and remediation methods is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates using drawings, specifications and site information.
• Complete take-offs and cost plans covering labour, plant, materials, subcontractors and waste disposal.
• Obtain and assess quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Support bid submissions, ensuring they meet client requirements.
• Attend site visits to assess conditions, identify risks and establish project requirements.
• Raise tender queries and explain pricing assumptions, exclusions and revisions.
• Review estimates prepared by others before submission.
• Attend operational meetings and hand over awarded projects to support budget control and profitability.
• Consider environmental and safety requirements and identify opportunities to improve estimating accuracy and efficiency.

Skills

Estimating experience in remediation/8

Reading technical drawings

Contract familiarity (NEC/JCT)

Tender portals

Numerical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Negotiation

Teamwork and independence

Awareness of contaminated land

Education

Construction Management or Engineering degree

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Estimator - Remediation & Enabling Works

Location: Midlands or Leeds

Salary: Up to £45,000, depending on experience

Package: Company car or car allowance, enhanced pension and potential annual bonus

SEDR Recruitment is recruiting an Estimator on behalf of an established specialist contractor delivering land remediation and enabling works projects.

This opportunity would suit someone with estimating experience in remediation, earthworks, groundworks or civil engineering who wants to develop their knowledge and progress within an experienced team.

The Role

Working alongside the Pre-Contracts Manager, Project Managers and Engineers, you will prepare accurate, competitive tenders and quotations. Projects cover bulk excavation, soil and groundwater treatment, waste disposal, ground stabilisation, site restoration, civil engineering and groundworks. You will support the estimating process from initial enquiry through to submission and handover to the operational team.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates using drawings, specifications and site information.
• Complete take-offs and cost plans covering labour, plant, materials, subcontractors and waste disposal.
• Obtain and assess quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Support bid submissions, ensuring they meet client requirements.
• Attend site visits to assess conditions, identify risks and establish project requirements.
• Raise tender queries and explain pricing assumptions, exclusions and revisions.
• Review estimates prepared by others before submission.
• Attend operational meetings and hand over awarded projects to support budget control and profitability.
• Consider environmental and safety requirements and identify opportunities to improve estimating accuracy and efficiency.

About You

• Estimating experience in remediation, enabling works, earthworks, groundworks or construction.
• A relevant degree in Construction Management or Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• Ability to read technical drawings, complete take-offs and prepare cost plans.
• Familiarity with NEC/JCT contracts and tendering portals.
• Good knowledge of construction methods, materials and equipment.
• Confidence using estimating software and Microsoft Office.
• Strong numerical skills, attention to detail, communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Knowledge of contaminated land, environmental requirements and remediation methods would be beneficial. Relevant professional qualifications are also advantageous.

Benefits

• Salary up to £45,000, depending on experience.
• Company car or car allowance.
• Potential annual bonus linked to business profitability through an Employee Ownership Trust.
• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, with up to five additional days based on length of service.
• Christmas shutdown, using annual leave and bank holidays.
• Annual pay review and company pension with enhanced contributions.
• Flexible start and finish times and free on-site parking.
• Annual appraisal, individual development plan, training and career progression opportunities.
• Employee assistance programme, counselling services and mental health first aider support.
• Opportunities to participate in volunteering and charity events.