Project Estimator

JR United Kingdom; Watford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major civil engineering contractor seeks an experienced Civils Estimator for a hybrid role near Kent. You will prepare competitive tenders for various demolition projects, working closely with commercial and operational teams. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities for progression within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working structure

Long-term projects

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Strong experience in estimating civils projects, particularly demolition and remediation.
• Familiarity with estimation software such as ConQuest or Causeway.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed and accurate cost estimates for demolition projects.
• Review documentation, conduct site visits, and liaise with clients.

Skills

Attention to detail

Commercial awareness

Ability to read construction drawings

Tools

ConQuest

Causeway

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watford, hertfordshire, United Kingdom

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

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.