Estimator

Client 2; Guildford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Aldwych Consulting seeks an experienced Estimator for civil engineering projects in Surrey. The role focuses on taking tenders from initial enquiry through submission and handover, with exposure to varied civil works.

You'll produce take-offs, cost estimates and budgets, identify risks and cost savings, and work closely with clients, subcontractors and suppliers to deliver competitive bids and robust pricing strategies on a range of NEC/JCT based contracts.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in civil engineering estimating and tendering.
• Knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts.
• Ability to prepare price submissions and method statements.
• Strong commercial acumen and meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit competitive tenders.
• Produce accurate take-offs, cost estimates and budgets.
• Identify commercial risks and cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with clients, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Develop alternative pricing methods.
• Support projects from tender to delivery.

Skills

Estimating experience

NEC/JCT contracts

Tender submissions

Method statements

Commercial awareness

Attention to detail

Education

HNC/HND in QS/CE/CM

Job description

ESTIMATOR | CIVIL ENGINEERING | SURREY

Looking for your next move in estimating?

I'm working with a specialist contractor looking for an experienced Estimator to join their commercial team in Tamworth.

The role offers the chance to work on varied civil engineering projects, taking tenders from initial enquiry through to submission and handover.

What's involved?

• Preparing and submitting competitive tenders
• Producing accurate take-offs, cost estimates and budgets
• Identifying commercial risks, opportunities and cost savings
• Working closely with clients, subcontractors and suppliers
• Developing alternative solutions and pricing methodologies
• Supporting projects from tender stage through to delivery

What are they looking for?

• Strong estimating experience within civils or construction
• Good knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts
• Experience producing tender submissions and method statements
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
• A relevant HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Location: Surrey

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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