Estimator

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established civil engineering contractor in Wakefield seeks an experienced Estimator. You will prepare cost estimates for projects up to £10m and ensure competitiveness through thorough analysis of tender opportunities. Ideal candidates have at least 5 years of experience in Civils estimating, strong communication skills, and a relevant qualification in Civil Engineering. Benefits include a competitive salary, company car, and generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

Company car/Allowance

25 Days Holiday

Death in service benefit 4 times salary

Pension up to 5%

Income Protection Scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a Civils Estimating role.
• Preferably from a site operational background - Engineering/Management.
• Familiar with NEC contract and understanding of commercial processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate estimates for projects up to £10m.
• Analyse tender opportunities for competitiveness.
• Support workload reviews and improve tender performance.
• Produce clear management information and tender submissions.
• Build strong relationships with colleagues and clients.
• Comply with health, safety, equality, and confidentiality standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

HNC/Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Conquest estimating software

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Overview

Job Profile Estimator - CF44904
Salary £65,000 - £70,000
Location: Wakefield

Bennett and Game are proud to partner with a well-established Civil Engineering contractor with a strong history of excellence since their founding in 1972. As a family-owned business with a turnover of £30 million and a dedicated team of 170 employees, our client takes pride in delivering high-quality projects while maintaining a supportive and collaborative workplace.

As an Estimator, you will deliver accurate and timely cost estimates for civil engineering schemes up to £10m, ensuring competitiveness and alignment with company objectives. Key responsibilities include analysing tender opportunities, preparing and presenting management information, and submitting detailed tenders within operational guidelines. You will contribute to workload and client feedback reviews to improve tender success, maintaining effective communication with colleagues and clients while ensuring compliance with health and safety, equality, and confidentiality standards.

Salary & Benefits

• Expected salary £65,000 - £70,000
• Company car/Allowance
• 25 Days Holiday
• Death in service benefit 4 times salary
• Pension up to 5%
• Income Protection Scheme

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely estimates for projects up to £10m in line with company procedures.
• Analyse tender opportunities and provide clear cost, resource, and productivity insights to ensure competitiveness.
• Support workload reviews and client feedback sessions to improve future tender performance.
• Produce and present clear management information and competitive tender submissions.
• Build strong relationships with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders to ensure effective communication.
• Comply with all health, safety, equality, and confidentiality requirements.
• Take part in performance reviews, personal development, and any other reasonable duties as required.

Job Requirements

• Preferably from a site operational background - Engineering/Management.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a Civils Estimating role
• Experience using Conquest estimating software
• Experience using MS Project/Primavera P6
• Familiar with NEC contract
• Understanding commercial, contractual and procurement processes
• HNC/Degree qualification in Civil Engineering or similar equivalent.
• Good people skills with the ability to contribute to the success of a team is essential.
• Excellent communication, organisational, planning and time management skills.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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