Estimator

E3 Recruitment; Birstall; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency in the UK is looking for an Estimator to join a respected specialist in the civils and groundworks sector. The successful candidate will engage in tendering, costing, and providing support for technically complex projects. The position offers a salary of £45,000-£50,000 with flexible working hours and clear career progression within the field. Proficiency in CAD and strong analytical skills are essential for success in this pivotal role.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Training and development

Opportunity to work on high-profile projects

Clear career progression

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in estimating within groundworks, civil engineering or general construction.
• Ability to read and interpret CAD drawings, technical plans, and specifications.
• Confident communicator with suppliers, subcontractors and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates from the ground up.
• Collaborate with project and site teams to validate scope.
• Communicate with suppliers to obtain quotations and evaluate materials.

Skills

Strong numeracy

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication with suppliers and teams

Education

Educational background in construction, civils or quantity surveying

Tools

Excel

Estimating software

CAD viewing tools

Job description

Estimator

Exciting Estimator position offering flexible working hours, long-term job security, contribute to multi-million-pound contracts with a highly reputable main contractor. Joining a well-established and respected specialist in the civils and groundworks sector, you will step into a pivotal role with exposure to prestigious projects and excellent prospects for both personal and career growth. Reporting directly to a senior director within the business, you will become an integral part of a company renowned for delivering high-quality civils and groundworks projects across commercial, public sector and educational clients. As Estimator, you will play a central role in tendering, costing, and supporting the delivery of technically complex projects, ensuring accuracy, value and competitiveness throughout the bidding process.

The role is based in the Mirfield area, with excellent transport links across Dewsbury, Batley, Heckmondwike, Huddersfield, Wakefield, Bradford, Leeds, Cleckheaton, Birstall and Liversedge.

What's in it for you as an Estimator

• £45,000-£50,000 salary
• Flexible hours (potentially consider condensed days)
• Mirfield location with strong transport links
• Training and development
• Opportunity to work on high-profile, nationally recognised projects
• Clear career progression within estimating, commercial and project delivery pathways

Main Responsibilities of the Estimator

• Interpreting CAD drawings, technical designs and specifications to produce accurate take-offs
• Preparing detailed cost estimates from the ground up
• Collaborating with project and site teams to gather technical information and validate scope
• Communicating with suppliers to obtain quotations and evaluate materials and costs
• Assisting with tender submissions, cost plans and budgets
• Analysing risks, value engineering opportunities and commercial considerations
• Supporting the project lifecycle from tender stage through to delivery handover
• Maintaining organised records of historical costs and supplier pricing
• Visiting sites when required to understand conditions and project requirements

Requirements for the Estimator

• Educational background in construction, civils or quantity surveying
• 2 or 3 years experience in estimating within groundworks, civil engineering, or general construction
• Ability to read and interpret CAD drawings, technical plans, and specifications
• Strong numeracy, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Confident communicator with suppliers, subcontractors and internal teams
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work to deadlines
• Strong IT skills, including Excel, estimating software and CAD viewing tools

To become an Estimator, I would love to receive CVs from Quantity Surveyors, Cost Managers, Pre-Construction Managers, Bid Managers, Bid Coordinators, Commercial Managers, Project Managers, Contracts Managers, Procurement Managers, Cost Engineers and Cost Analysts.

If you have the skills and experience, I look forward to receiving your application.