Estimator

CDM Recruitment; Stamfordham; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Recruitment Ltd is hiring an Estimator to support civil engineering tendering and pre-construction activity across a portfolio of projects. You will assess requirements, determine costs, prepare competitive bids, and work with operations and commercial teams to secure new business.

The role requires a strong civils background, ability to interpret drawings, and experience pricing projects. This is a permanent, full-time position based in the North East England region.

Qualifications

• Previous Estimator experience in civil engineering or groundworks.
• Strong understanding of civil engineering construction methods and costs.
• Experience pricing projects and preparing competitive tender submissions.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Experience obtaining and evaluating supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Good communication, organisational and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and relevant estimating software.

Responsibilities

• Preparing detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for civil engineering projects.
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Producing accurate material take-offs and bills of quantities.
• Obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Pricing labour, plant, materials and subcontract packages.
• Identifying commercial risks, opportunities and potential value engineering solutions.
• Liaising with clients, suppliers and subcontractors throughout the tender process.
• Attending site visits and tender meetings where required.
• Ensuring tender submissions are accurate, competitive and submitted within deadlines.
• Working alongside commercial and operational teams to support successful project delivery.

Skills

Tendering

Civil estimating

Costing

Drawing interpretation

Negotiation

Communication

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Estimator - Civil Engineering

Location: North East England

Salary: Up to £60,000

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

We are currently looking to speak with an experienced Estimator to join a well established contractor, supporting the tendering and pre-construction function across a range of civil engineering projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator with a strong civils background to join an established contractor, taking responsibility for preparing competitive and accurate tenders across a varied portfolio of projects.

The successful candidate will work closely with operational and commercial teams, assessing project requirements, identifying costs and opportunities, and helping secure new business.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for civil engineering projects.
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Producing accurate material take-offs and bills of quantities.
• Obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Pricing labour, plant, materials and subcontract packages.
• Identifying commercial risks, opportunities and potential value engineering solutions.
• Liaising with clients, suppliers and subcontractors throughout the tender process.
• Attending site visits and tender meetings where required.
• Ensuring tender submissions are accurate, competitive and submitted within deadlines.
• Working alongside commercial and operational teams to support successful project delivery.

Requirements

• Previous experience as an Estimator within civil engineering or groundworks.
• Strong understanding of civil engineering construction methods and costs.
• Experience pricing projects and preparing competitive tender submissions.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Experience obtaining and evaluating supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Good communication, organisational and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency with relevant estimating software and Microsoft Office.

Package

• Salary up to £60,000, depending on experience.
• Permanent, full-time position.
• Opportunity to join an established civil engineering contractor.

If you're an experienced Civils Estimator looking for your next permanent opportunity, we'd be interested in hearing from you.