Estimator

Anderselite; Chester; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Civil Engineering company is looking for a Mid to Senior Level Estimator to join their team in Ellesmere Port. This office-based role offers a salary of up to £70,000 and involves reviewing tender documentation, conducting site visits, and preparing comprehensive cost plans. The ideal candidate will have over five years of estimating experience, particularly in groundworks and earthworks, and must be adept at liaising with suppliers to ensure competitive pricing. Collaboration with procurement teams is also essential for this position.

Qualifications

• A minimum of five years of experience in an estimating role.
• Proven experience in groundworks and/or earthworks.
• Strong background in civil engineering.

Responsibilities

• Review and assess tender documentation, drawings, and specifications.
• Conduct site visits to accurately understand project requirements.
• Prepare detailed and accurate cost plans for all project aspects.
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to evaluate quotations.
• Monitor industry trends and material price movements.
• Lead the preparation and timely submission of tender documents.
• Work closely with procurement on pricing and material strategies.
• Support pre-construction planning by confirming pricing considerations.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Estimating

Groundworks

Earthworks

Job description

Estimator - Ellesmere Port - Civil engineering/Heavy Civils - Permanent - Up to £70,000 Salary (Office Based)

A leading Civil Engineering and Earthworks Contractor is seeking a Mid to Senior Level Estimator to join their head office team in Ellesmere Port. This office-based role operates during standard office hours (08:00 to 17:30, with early finish at 16:30 on Fridays). The successful candidate will be responsible for reviewing tender documentation, conducting site visits, and preparing detailed cost plans covering labour, materials, plant, and subcontractor packages. They will liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations, monitor market trends, and lead the preparation and submission of compliant tender documents. Close collaboration with procurement and pre-construction teams is essential to confirm scope, logistics, and pricing considerations. The role requires a strong background in civil engineering, particularly groundworks and earthworks estimating, with a minimum of five years' relevant experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and assess tender documentation, drawings, and specifications
• Conduct site visits to understand project requirements accurately
• Prepare detailed and accurate cost plans for labour, materials, plant, and subcontractor packages
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain and evaluate competitive quotations
• Monitor industry trends, market conditions, and material price movements
• Lead the preparation and timely submission of compliant tender documents
• Work closely with procurement on supplier pricing, sourcing, and material strategies
• Support pre-construction planning by confirming scope, logistics, and pricing considerations

Candidate Requirements

• 5 Yr's experience within Estimating role
• Experience of Groundworks and/or Earthworks
• Civil Engineering Experience