Estimator

Macstaff; Hatton CP; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Profit share

Private healthcare

Hybrid working

34 days holiday

5% pension contribution

Laptop and equipment

Job summary

Estimator / Civil Engineering Estimator role in Derby, Derbyshire, with hybrid working and a competitive package. £40,000-£60,000 DOE, plus a company car, profit share, private healthcare and excellent benefits. The opportunity suits a skilled estimator looking for a challenging civil engineering portfolio.

You will prepare estimates, review tender documents, visit sites, obtain quotations and contribute to tender strategy, with strong development support and a flexible working approach.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Estimator or Civil Estimator for construction projects.
• Background in civil engineering, groundworks or infrastructure is advantageous.
• Ability to prepare detailed estimates, cost plans and tender submissions.
• Understanding of construction methodologies, contract conditions and risks.
• Experience evaluating subcontractor, supplier and material quotations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates, budgets and tender submissions for civil projects.
• Review tender enquiries, drawings and specs to identify opportunities and risks.
• Undertake site visits to assess access, ground conditions and costs.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Produce cost build-ups, activity rates and site overhead assessments.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers and contracts managers to develop solutions.
• Support tender reviews and project handovers to operations.
• Ensure allowances for health, safety, quality and project requirements.
• Mentor junior estimating colleagues where appropriate.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Job description

Estimator / Construction Estimator – Civil Engineering

Derby, Derbyshire | £40,000-£60,000 DOE + Car + Bonus/Profit Share + Excellent Benefits | Hybrid Working

Estimating for a well-established, privately owned civil engineering and construction contractor based in Derby, East Midlands. This respected business delivers technically challenging construction and infrastructure projects across the UK, with an enviable reputation for quality, reliability and long-term client relationships. You'll join a stable, successful and forward-thinking organisation where your estimating expertise will be valued, your contribution recognised and your career development supported. With a competitive salary, company car, profit share, private healthcare and flexible working, this is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Construction Estimator or experienced Civil Engineering Estimator looking for their next move.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates, budgets and competitive tender submissions for civil engineering and construction projects.
• Review tender enquiries, drawings, specifications and contract conditions to identify opportunities, risks and commercial considerations.
• Undertake site visits to assess access, ground conditions, utilities and other factors influencing construction costs.
• Obtain and evaluate subcontractor quotations, material prices and plant hire rates.
• Produce detailed cost build-ups, activity rates, site overhead assessments and resourced programmes.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, Quantity Surveyors and Contracts Managers to develop competitive construction solutions.
• Participate in tender reviews and support successful project handovers to operational teams.
• Ensure appropriate allowances for health, safety, quality and project-specific requirements.
• Support and mentor junior estimating colleagues where appropriate.

Candidate Profile

To be successful as Estimator / Civil Engineering Estimator , you will bring proven construction estimating experience, strong commercial awareness and a practical understanding of how construction projects are delivered. You will ideally have:

• Experience as an Estimator, Construction Estimator, Civil Engineering Estimator, Tendering Estimator or similar commercial construction professional.
• A background in civil engineering, groundworks, infrastructure, reinforced concrete, utilities or general construction contracting.
• Proven ability to prepare detailed construction estimates, cost plans and tender submissions.
• Understanding of construction methodologies, specifications, contract conditions and commercial risk.
• Experience evaluating subcontractor, supplier, material and plant quotations.
• Strong numerical, analytical, communication and organisational skills.
• A collaborative, proactive approach with the confidence to work independently and contribute to tender strategy.
• Experience with a main contractor or specialist civil engineering subcontractor would be particularly welcome.
• Relevant qualifications are advantageous, although practical estimating expertise and commercial capability are equally valued.

Remuneration and Benefits

• £40,000-£60,000 basic salary, depending on experience.
• Company car plus business mileage reimbursement.
• Discretionary profit-share scheme, paid twice yearly.
• Hybrid working and flexible start/finish times by agreement.
• 34 days' annual holiday allowance, inclusive of bank/public holidays and required company closures.
• 5% employer pension contribution.
• Private healthcare.
• Paid professional membership fees, e.g. RICS, ICE, CIOB or CIPS.
• Ongoing professional development, training and career progression.
• Laptop, mobile phone and necessary software/equipment.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established contractor offering interesting projects, genuine responsibility and an excellent overall package.