Estimator - Housing Groundworks

Building Careers UK; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Estimator to support tendering and delivery of housing groundworks projects in Lancashire. The role offers a competitive salary between £40,000 - £75,000, alongside a comprehensive package including car allowance and pension. Ideal candidates will have proven estimating experience, strong technical knowledge of construction, and excellent attention to detail, contributing to efficient project delivery in a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and package

Opportunities for professional development

Flexible work patterns

Employee-focused culture

Qualifications

• Experience with estimating for housing or civil engineering projects.
• Ability to interpret drawings and specifications.
• Familiarity with tendering processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates from project drawings.
• Source prices with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Prepare tender submissions for housing groundworks.

Skills

Proven experience in estimating groundworks

Strong technical understanding of construction methods

Excellent numeracy and attention to detail

Effective communication and negotiation

Education

HNC/HND or equivalent in civil engineering

Tools

Estimating software

MS Office suite

Job description

Overview

Estimator - Housing Groundworks

£40,000 - £75,000 + package

Lancashire

Your new company

Join a reputable civil engineering contractor with decades of regional experience delivering essential groundworks and infrastructure for large-scale housing projects. With a strong track record working alongside national house builders, this privately owned firm prides itself on professional project delivery, employee development, and sustainable growth.

Your new role

Our client is seeking an experienced Estimator to support the successful tendering and delivery of housing groundworks and civil engineering contracts across the Lancashire area. This key role offers the opportunity to become part of a collaborative team, helping secure new projects by producing accurate and competitive costings from pre-construction through to completion.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing project drawings, specifications, and bills of quantities to prepare detailed cost estimates
• Sourcing and negotiating prices with subcontractors and suppliers for materials, labour, and plant
• Preparing tender submissions and supporting bid strategies for housing groundworks contracts
• Performing site visits and risk assessments, ensuring budgets and forecasts reflect site conditions
• Collating project documentation, preparing accurate reports and cost summaries
• Liaising with clients, engineers, and site teams to clarify requirements and contribute to value engineering solutions
• Monitoring project costs during delivery, identifying opportunities for efficiencies and savings
• Using relevant software (Excel, Word, estimating programs) for cost analysis and submissions

What you will need to succeed

• Proven experience in estimating groundworks for housing or civil engineering projects
• Strong technical understanding of construction methods, materials, and cost drivers
• Excellent numeracy, attention to detail, and organisational skills
• Experience with estimating software and MS Office suite
• Ability to interpret drawings and specifications; familiarity with tendering processes
• Effective communication, negotiation, and teamwork abilities
• HNC/HND, degree, or equivalent in civil engineering, construction management, or related field preferred
• UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites as required

What you get in return

• Competitive salary of £40,000 - £75,000 plus a comprehensive package including car allowance, pension, and benefits
• Supportive, well-established business with long-term stability and local roots
• Opportunities for professional development and progression within a collaborative team environment
• Exposure to major housing projects and chance to work with prominent industry partners
• Flexible work patterns, modern office location, and an employee-focused culture that values wellbeing and career growth

Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.

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