Estimator – Surfacing & Civils: Tenders & Takeoffs

PPM Recruitment; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Permanent position

Career development opportunities

Job summary

PPM Recruitment is seeking an experienced Estimator to join a growing surfacing and civils business in Scunthorpe. You will price tenders, perform detailed take-offs and work with clients, suppliers and operations.

The role requires previous estimating or quantity take-off experience, knowledge of tender documentation, and strong commercial awareness. A full UK driving licence and the ability to manage multiple tenders are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in estimating, quantity take-offs or pre-construction.
• Experience pricing construction tenders and quotations.
• Ideally, experience within surfacing, highways, civils or related construction sector.
• Strong commercial awareness and excellent attention to detail.
• Good knowledge of estimating and take-off software.
• Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• The ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills when dealing with clients, suppliers and colleagues.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a wider commercial team.
• A full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage estimating opportunities from initial enquiry through to tender submission.
• Prepare detailed take-offs, quantities and cost estimates.
• Price tenders and quotations accurately and competitively.
• Review drawings, specifications and contract documentation to identify scope, risks and opportunities.
• Obtain and compare quotations from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Maintain accurate pricing and cost databases.
• Monitor tender pipelines and conversion rates.
• Record and analyse tender outcomes and reasons for wins and losses.
• Work closely with Commercial Managers and operational teams to ensure a smooth handover of successful projects.
• Develop strong working relationships with clients, suppliers, framework partners and consultants.
• Keep up to date with market rates, legislation, standards and industry developments.
• Ensure tender submissions and estimating records are accurate and completed within required timescales.

Skills

Estimating & take-offs

Tender pricing

Surfacing & civils

Commercial awareness

Attention to detail

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Organisation & time-management

Communication skills

Independent & team work

UK driving licence

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

PPM Recruitment is seeking an experienced Estimator to join a growing surfacing and civils business in Scunthorpe. You will price tenders, perform detailed take-offs and work with clients, suppliers and operations.

The role requires previous estimating or quantity take-off experience, knowledge of tender documentation, and strong commercial awareness. A full UK driving licence and the ability to manage multiple tenders are essential.