Estimator - External Works - Civils (Hybrid)

Professional Personnel Management Ltd; Woking; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering firm is seeking an experienced Estimator to join their expanding team in a hybrid role. You will work closely with the Commercial Director to prepare tender packages for projects ranging from £100k to £5 million. The ideal candidate has proven experience in estimating within the civil or landscaping sector, with strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Competitive salary package including a company car and pension is offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company car

Pension scheme membership

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an estimating role within the civils, landscaping or construction sector.
• Ability to work under time pressure while maintaining accuracy.
• Positive, team-focused attitude with strong stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

• Measure PDF drawings and prepare detailed tender documents.
• Support the full bid submission process.
• Price Bills of Quantities using Excel.
• Identify and communicate project risks during the tender stage.
• Liaise with Directors, clients, and design teams.
• Attend meetings and site visits as required.

Skills

Estimating in civils

Strong attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Tools

Excel

Job description

Estimator - External works & Civil Engineering

Location: Hybrid - Home / Woking
Salary: Competitive + Company Car + Pension

Our client is an robust external works and civil engineering specialist delivering high-quality projects across the UK. With more than five decades of experience, they have built trusted, long-term relationships with clients ranging from local authorities, royal parks and commercial developers to schools, universities and luxury residential developers.

Due to continued business growth, we are seeking an experienced Estimator to join their expanding team. This is a hybrid role, working closely with our Commercial Director to prepare and submit tender packages ranging from £100k to £5 million. Projects typically involve the client acting as Principal Contractor on a wide variety of high-quality civil engineering within public realm including hard and soft landscaping schemes.

Key Responsibilities

• Measure PDF drawings and prepare detailed tender documents
• Support the full bid submission process
• Price Bills of Quantities, typically using Excel
• Identify and communicate project risks during the tender stage
• Liaise with Directors, clients, and design teams throughout the tender and pre-start process
• Attend meetings and site visits as required

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in an estimating role within the civils , landscaping or construction sector
• Strong attention to detail with a methodical approach
• Ability to work under time pressure while maintaining accuracy
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A positive, team-focused attitude with the ability to build strong stakeholder relationships
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to multitask, prioritise and use your own initiative

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Company car
• Membership of the employer pension scheme

Contact David @ PPM Recruitment on 0121 580 8950