Project Estimator

JR United Kingdom; Maidstone; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering and demolition contractor is seeking an experienced Civils Estimator for a hybrid position based near Kent. The role demands preparation of competitive tenders, managing bids, and collaboration with various teams. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in demolition projects and estimation software, with opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Opportunities for progression

Supportive team environment

Long-term projects pipeline

Qualifications

• Significant experience in estimating civils projects, particularly in demolition.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare competitive tenders for demolition projects.
• Conduct site visits for tender development.
• Obtain and analyse quotes from suppliers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Commercial awareness

Project estimation

Communication

Tools

ConQuest

Causeway

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Location: Hybrid – Based near Kent | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Permanent

A well-established civil engineering and demolition contractor is seeking an experienced Civils Estimator to join their commercial team. This hybrid position offers flexibility to work from home, site, and office.

The Role

The Civils Estimator will be instrumental in preparing competitive and technically sound tenders for a variety of demolition and remedial civils projects. This role involves close collaboration with commercial and operational teams, managing bids from early-stage enquiry through to submission.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed and accurate cost estimates for demolition, enabling, and remedial works.
• Review project documentation, including technical drawings and specifications.
• Conduct site visits to support tender development.
• Obtain and analyse quotes from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Liaise with clients, engineers, and internal teams to finalise tender strategies.
• Maintain up-to-date cost data and market intelligence.
• Requirements
• Strong experience in estimating civils projects, particularly within demolition and remediation.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and tender documentation.
• Commercially aware with strong attention to detail.
• Familiarity with estimation software such as ConQuest, Causeway, or similar.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ideally based in or near Kent.

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary (depending on experience).
• Hybrid working structure – a mix of home, office, and site.
• Long-term pipeline of challenging and high-profile projects.
• Supportive team with a strong focus on quality and safety.
• Opportunities for progression and professional development.

Interested candidates are encouraged to contact Stephen O'Connell at Shorterm Group to discuss this opportunity further.