Estimator

Anglian Recruitment; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Anglian Recruitment is working with a growing groundworks and civil engineering contractor in Bury St Edmunds to appoint an experienced Groundworks Estimator. You will be responsible for preparing detailed estimates and tender submissions, reviewing drawings, pricing works, and liaising with clients and suppliers to secure projects across residential, commercial, industrial and infrastructure sectors.

The role offers a permanent, full-time position with a friendly and supportive team and clear

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing detailed estimates and tender submissions for groundworks and civil engineering projects.
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Measuring quantities and pricing works accurately.
• Obtaining and evaluating subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Identifying project risks and value engineering opportunities.
• Liaising with clients, suppliers and the internal commercial team.
• Supporting negotiations and assisting with successful project handovers.

Skills

Interpret drawings

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Commercial awareness

Organisation

Job description

Groundworks Estimator

Location: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk

Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time

Groundworks Estimator - Join a Growing Team

Anglian Recruitment is working with a well-established and expanding groundworks and civil engineering contractor in Bury St Edmunds that is looking to appoint an experienced Groundworks Estimator to support its continued growth.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and successful business with a strong pipeline of secured work across residential, commercial, industrial and infrastructure projects. The company has built an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality projects and is looking for an estimator who wants to become a valued, long-term member of the team.

The Role

As Groundworks Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive tenders while working closely with the commercial and operational teams.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing detailed estimates and tender submissions for groundworks and civil engineering projects.
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Measuring quantities and pricing works accurately.
• Obtaining and evaluating subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Identifying project risks and value engineering opportunities.
• Liaising with clients, suppliers and the internal commercial team.
• Supporting negotiations and assisting with successful project handovers.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Groundworks or Civil Engineering Estimator.
• Strong knowledge of groundworks packages, including drainage, foundations, roads, external works and infrastructure.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

What's on Offer

• Permanent position with a growing and financially stable contractor.
• Opportunity to work on a diverse range of exciting projects.
• Friendly and supportive team environment.
• Long-term career progression and professional development.
• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.

If you're an experienced Groundworks Estimator looking for your next opportunity with an ambitious and growing contractor, we'd love to hear from you.