Graduate Estimator: Groundworks & Civil Projects (Training)

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd.; Longfield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Private healthcare

Enhanced Pension scheme

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Christmas shutdown

Job summary

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd. is seeking a Graduate Estimator/Trainee Estimator to join its commercial team at Brands Hatch.

The role involves supporting the estimating team with tender preparation for groundworks and civil engineering projects and assisting with cost estimates across labour, plant, materials and subcontractor works. You will develop knowledge of groundworks, drainage, foundations, roads and infrastructure while gaining hands‑on experience in a well‑established civil

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent preferred but not essential.
• Strong numeracy and analytical approach to problem-solving.
• Good attention to detail and strong IT skills (Excel).
• Willingness to learn and develop within a supportive commercial team.

Responsibilities

• Assist Estimating team with preparation of competitive tenders for groundworks and civil engineering projects.
• Support measurement and take-off of quantities from drawings and specs.
• Review tender documents, drawings and project requirements.
• Assist with preparation of cost estimates for labour, plant, materials and subcontractor works.
• Obtain and compare quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Support preparation and submission of tender documents.
• Liaise with commercial and operational teams to understand project costs and delivery requirements.
• Develop knowledge of groundworks, drainage, foundations, roads and infrastructure.
• Maintain accurate estimating records and documentation.

Skills

Numeracy

Attention to detail

Communication

Organisational skills

Willingness to learn

Education

Degree / HNC / T-Level in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd. is seeking a Graduate Estimator/Trainee Estimator to join its commercial team at Brands Hatch.

The role involves supporting the estimating team with tender preparation for groundworks and civil engineering projects and assisting with cost estimates across labour, plant, materials and subcontractor works. You will develop knowledge of groundworks, drainage, foundations, roads and infrastructure while gaining hands‑on experience in a well‑established civil