Estimator - Civil & Groundworks with Growth Path

Kingdom People; Bradford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Varied projects

Team environment

Job summary

Kingdom People is seeking an experienced Estimator to join a well-established construction and civil engineering contractor in the Bradford region. You will prepare competitive tenders for major projects and develop your career toward senior estimating roles within a collaborative team.

The role requires a solid background in Building & Civil engineering estimating, strong numerical skills, and proficiency with estimating software and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in estimating within the Building & Civil engineering or groundworks sector.
• Strong understanding of construction methods and pricing.
• Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite (not essential).
• 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

Estimating experience

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Independent worker

Team player

Negotiation

Proactive mindset

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kingdom People is seeking an experienced Estimator to join a well-established construction and civil engineering contractor in the Bradford region. You will prepare competitive tenders for major projects and develop your career toward senior estimating roles within a collaborative team.

The role requires a solid background in Building & Civil engineering estimating, strong numerical skills, and proficiency with estimating software and MS Office.