Estimator

Carrington West; Sittingbourne; Hybrid; GBP 80.000 - 105.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Carrington West seeks an experienced Contract Estimator for marine and civil works in Sittingbourne. The 4-6 week contract is hybrid—three days on client site and two days remote—start immediate.

The role focuses on accurate cost estimation, tender support and proactive collaboration with project teams. The successful candidate will have strong estimating expertise in marine/civil sectors, robust cost breakdowns, and a practical approach to risk and value engineering.

Qualifikationen

• Experience as an estimator in civil/marine projects.
• Solid grasp of estimating processes, cost planning and tender prep.
• Able to interpret drawings, specs and tender docs.
• Knowledge of marine works or civil infrastructure activities.
• Strong numerical, analytical and commercial skills with detail focus.
• Independent worker with tight deadlines and immediate impact.
• Good communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Available to start quickly and commit to 4–6 weeks.
• Able to attend Sittingbourne three days per week.

Aufgaben

• Prepare accurate, competitive cost estimates for marine and civil projects.
• Review tender docs, drawings, specs and scope of works.
• Undertake quantity take-offs and cost material, labour, plant, subcontractors.
• Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Identify commercial risks and cost-saving opportunities.
• Support tender submissions with comprehensive, timely estimates.
• Liaise with PMs, engineers, commercial teams and suppliers to validate costs.
• Maintain records of estimating assumptions, exclusions and pricing.

Kenntnisse

Estimating processes

Tender preparation

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Commercial awareness

Stakeholder management

Jobbeschreibung

Contract Estimator - Marine & Civils

Location: Sittingbourne, Kent (Hybrid - 3 days onsite, 2 days from home)

Contract Length: 4-6 weeks

Start Date: Immediate

Rate: £500 per day CIS

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking an experienced Estimator with a strong background in marine and civil engineering projects for an immediate 4-6 week contract with our client, based in Sittingbourne, Kent.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded Estimator who can hit the ground running, support ongoing tendering activity and deliver accurate, competitive cost estimates across marine and civil engineering works.

The successful candidate will be required to work from the client's Sittingbourne office three days per week, with the flexibility to work remotely for the remaining two days.

Availability to start immediately is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for marine and civil engineering projects.
• Review tender documentation, drawings, specifications and scope of works.
• Undertake detailed quantity take-offs and assess material, labour, plant and subcontractor costs.
• Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Identify commercial risks, project constraints and potential cost-saving opportunities.
• Support tender submissions, ensuring estimates are comprehensive, accurate and delivered within required deadlines.
• Liaise with project managers, engineers, commercial teams and external suppliers to validate costs and assumptions.
• Maintain clear records of estimating assumptions, exclusions and pricing breakdowns.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience working as an Estimator within the civil engineering and/or marine construction sectors.
• Strong understanding of estimating processes, cost planning and tender preparation.
• Experience interpreting technical drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Knowledge of marine works, civil engineering infrastructure or associated construction activities.
• Strong numerical, analytical and commercial skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing deadlines and make an immediate contribution.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Availability to commence at short notice and commit to the full 4-6 week contract.
• Ability to attend the Sittingbourne office three days per week.