Project Estimator

JR United Kingdom; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established civil engineering and demolition contractor seeks an experienced Civils Estimator to join their team. This hybrid role involves collaborative work on tenders for demolition projects, offering opportunities for professional development and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Supportive team focused on quality and safety

Long-term pipeline of challenging projects

Opportunities for progression and development

Qualifications

• Strong experience in estimating civils projects, especially demolition/remediation.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and tender documentation.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed and accurate cost estimates for demolition projects.
• Review project documentation, including technical drawings.
• Conduct site visits to support tender development.

Skills

Estimating civils projects

Attention to detail

Commercial awareness

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.