Estimator

ZipRecruiter; Etwall CP; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering and construction organization is seeking an Estimator based in the UK. The role involves preparing estimates and tender submissions, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and liaising with clients and subcontractors. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering and at least five years of relevant experience.

Benefits

BUPA health insurance

Mobile phone and laptop provided

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant post-degree experience.
• Experience working for a civil engineering or construction business.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates and tender submissions in line with enquiry requirements.
• Select suitable sub-contractors and obtain quotations.
• Visit sites to assess access, utilities, and local conditions.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Business acumen

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Estimator

Location: Derby

Salary: £50,000 plus car / car allowance, mileage, BUPA, mobile & laptop

We offer excellent prospects, training, and development opportunities. We are an established civil engineering and construction organisation with over forty years in the industry. Our business is multi-sector and committed to investment and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

1. Receive and check enquiry documentation for completeness.
2. Check specifications and contract conditions.
3. Acknowledge receipt of tenders to clients.
4. Prepare estimates and tender submissions in line with enquiry requirements and company procedures.
5. Attend tender review meetings.
6. Ensure construction methods in tenders comply with the latest health & safety policies, good practices, and legislation.
7. Include sufficient financial allowances within tenders for safe construction execution.
8. Visit sites to assess access, utilities, local conditions, and other factors influencing costs.
9. Select suitable sub-contractors and obtain quotations.
10. Agree on material prices and hired plant rates.
11. Prepare documentation for handover meetings with the Contracts Department.
12. Ensure tenders are compiled according to the company's Integrated Management System for estimating functions.

Essential Criteria:

• Experience working for a civil engineering or construction business.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering.
• At least 5 years of relevant post-degree experience.
• Exceptional communication skills and business acumen.

This role is UK based and does NOT offer sponsorship opportunities. Our process is barrier-free, and we will ensure you are carefully considered for the role. If unsuccessful, please apply to other roles or send your CV with a cover letter to the provided email.

We are based in Telford, with additional offices in Stoke, Burton, Derby, and Coventry, offering both permanent and temporary roles across various sectors.

For more information, visit our website.