Estimator - Groundworks, Reinforced Concrete

WrightBuild Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus scheme

Healthcare cash plan

On-site parking

Job summary

WrightBuild Group in the United Kingdom seeks an Estimator for groundworks and reinforced concrete. You will prepare accurate tenders from drawings, develop rates from first principles, and manage RFIs and tender reviews across multiple projects valued up to £30m.

The role requires at least 3 years in groundworks or RC, with strong construction knowledge, and excellent communication to liaise with suppliers and senior management.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in groundworks and/or reinforced concrete structures.
• Proven success converting tenders on projects up to £30m.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies and modern building technology.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and proactively within a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate and competitive tenders directly from drawings and specifications.
• Prepare detailed rates from first principles for Bills of Quantities.
• Measure and take off quantities accurately from construction drawings.
• Lead target price and tender review processes.
• Liaise with senior management to incorporate strategic input into bids.
• Engage with suppliers and subcontractors to secure firm, competitive quotations.
• Manage multiple tenders concurrently across various stages.
• Request and manage RFI processes with clients and design teams.
• Attend pre- and post-contract meetings.
• Handover won tenders to construction delivery teams.
• Identify commercial risks, opportunities, and value engineering solutions.

Skills

Tendering experience

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Independent worker

Construction knowledge

Job description

Estimator - Groundworks, Reinforced Concrete

Estimator to join an established commercial team, working on groundworks and reinforced concrete (RC) structures

25th July, 2026

Estimator - Groundworks & Reinforced Concrete
Location: South Yorkshire
Salary: Up to £80,000 + Excellent Benefits

About the Opportunity

Our client is seeking an experienced Estimator to join an established commercial team, working on groundworks and reinforced concrete (RC) structures packages across the building and civil engineering sectors. With a strong pipeline of secured projects and frameworks, this role supports continued growth for a leading specialist contractor with over 25 years in the industry. You will be joining an organization that operates multiple live sites across the UK and delivers high-profile projects valued between £5m and £30m+.

The Role

You will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive tenders from first principles, providing commercial insight throughout the full tender lifecycle, and supporting the successful transition of projects into delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce accurate and competitive tenders directly from drawings and specifications.
• Prepare detailed rates from first principles for Bills of Quantities.
• Measure and take off quantities accurately from construction drawings.
• Lead target price and tender review processes.
• Liaise with senior management to incorporate strategic input into bids.
• Engage with suppliers and subcontractors to secure firm, competitive quotations.
• Manage multiple tenders concurrently across various stages.
• Request and manage RFI processes with clients and design teams.
• Attend pre- and post-contract meetings.
• Successfully handover won tenders to construction delivery teams.
• Identify commercial risks, opportunities, and value engineering solutions.

About You

• Experience: Minimum 3 years' experience in groundworks and/or reinforced concrete structures (essential).
• Track Record: Proven success converting tenders on projects valued up to £30m.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of construction methodologies and modern building technology.
• Skills: Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Work Ethic: Ability to work independently and proactively within a fast-paced environment.

Why Join?

The business culture is built on collaboration, active participation, and continuous professional development. They invest heavily in their team and take pride in high staff retention and clear, long-term career progression opportunities.

Package & Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Annual bonus scheme
• Company healthcare cash plan
• Comfortable office-based working environment with free on-site parking