Estimator (Civil & Groundworks) - Path to Senior Role

Kingdom People

Chesterfield

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities
Varied, region-wide projects
Supportive team environment

Job summary

Kingdom People is seeking an experienced Estimator to join a well-established construction and civil engineering contractor in the UK. You will prepare competitive tenders for major civil engineering and groundworks projects, working with a collaborative team to deliver accurate estimates.

The successful candidate will have proven estimating experience in civil or groundworks sectors, strong numerical skills, and the drive to grow into a Senior Estimator role within a supportive, career-focused

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in estimating within Building & Civil engineering or groundworks.
  • Strong understanding of construction methods and pricing.
  • Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office.
  • Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills.
  • A proactive, driven, and ambitious mindset - keen to grow with the business.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for a range of JCT & NEC civil engineering and groundworks packages on major projects.
  • Analyse tender documents, drawings, and specifications to understand project scope.
  • Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain quotations and build cost databases.
  • Collaborate with project managers and engineers to ensure estimates reflect practical delivery methods.
  • Attend pre-tender and post-tender meetings as required.
  • Maintain and update estimating tools and systems.

Skills

Analytical skills
Negotiation skills
Team player
Strong communication

Tools

Estimating software
MS Office

Job description

Kingdom People is seeking an experienced Estimator to join a well-established construction and civil engineering contractor in the UK. You will prepare competitive tenders for major civil engineering and groundworks projects, working with a collaborative team to deliver accurate estimates.

The successful candidate will have proven estimating experience in civil or groundworks sectors, strong numerical skills, and the drive to grow into a Senior Estimator role within a supportive, career-focused

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