Estimator - Civil & Groundworks Tender Specialist

Kingdom People; England; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Varied projects

Team environment

Job summary

Kingdom People is seeking an experienced Estimator to join a respected construction and civil engineering contractor. You will prepare competitive cost estimates for JCT/NEC civil works and groundworks on major projects, working with suppliers and subcontractors to build robust cost databases.

You will analyse tender documents, attend pre-tender meetings, and collaborate with project managers to ensure estimates reflect practical delivery methods. A proactive, ambitious mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience estimating within Building & Civil engineering or groundworks.
• Strong understanding of construction methods and pricing.
• Proficiency in estimating software and MS Office.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Estimating

Numerical analysis

Negotiation

Independent worker

Team player

Communication skills

Estimating software

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kingdom People is seeking an experienced Estimator to join a respected construction and civil engineering contractor. You will prepare competitive cost estimates for JCT/NEC civil works and groundworks on major projects, working with suppliers and subcontractors to build robust cost databases.

You will analyse tender documents, attend pre-tender meetings, and collaborate with project managers to ensure estimates reflect practical delivery methods. A proactive, ambitious mindset is essential.