Estimator – Civil & Infrastructure Tenders

Sphere Solutions; Wales; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sphere Solutions in South Wales is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our growing civil engineering and infrastructure team. You will prepare competitive estimates and tenders for civil engineering, utilities and infrastructure projects across the South Wales region and beyond.

The ideal candidate will have contractor-side estimating experience, a strong grasp of construction methods, and excellent numeracy and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Experience as an estimator in civil engineering, construction or infrastructure.
• Contractor-side estimating experience.
• Strong understanding of construction methods and project delivery.
• Experience pricing labour, plant, materials and subcontract packages.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and tender docs.
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Good numerical and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate estimates for civil projects.
• Review tender docs and drawings.
• Analyse project requirements for risks and opportunities.
• Prepare cost estimates including labour, plant, materials.
• Obtain quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Develop bills of quantities and pricing schedules.
• Liaise with suppliers to ensure pricing.
• Support tender submissions and meetings.
• Attend tender meetings and site visits.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical thinking

Interpret drawings

Commercial awareness

Attention to detail

Multiple tenders

Deadlines

Education

QS/CE degree

Tools

Estimating software

Quantity surveying software

Job description

Sphere Solutions in South Wales is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our growing civil engineering and infrastructure team. You will prepare competitive estimates and tenders for civil engineering, utilities and infrastructure projects across the South Wales region and beyond.

The ideal candidate will have contractor-side estimating experience, a strong grasp of construction methods, and excellent numeracy and analytical skills.