Senior Civil Estimator – Earthworks & Civils

Clarke Bridges Resourcing; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarke Bridges Resourcing is looking for an Estimator to join a reputable contractor in Chesterfield. This role involves managing tenders, pricing, and supplier communication across the Earthworks and Civil Engineering sectors.

The ideal candidate should have experience in a similar role, excellent communication skills, and advanced Microsoft Office abilities. This is a great opportunity to engage with a dynamic team and work under pressure while maintaining quality submissions.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role.
• IT literate with advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Word and Project.
• Flexibility to travel across sites with a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Managing all aspects of tenders received, pricing, preparation and return.
• Obtaining the best sub‑contract and supplier prices.
• Attending regular tender review meetings and creating effective budgets and reports.
• Providing appropriate breakdowns of tenders and creating cost control sheets.
• Maintaining effective communication with clients, suppliers and project management.
• Managing the procurement of subcontract works and preparing sub‑contract documentation.

Skills

Highly numerate

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel

Self-motivated

Teamwork abilities

Ability to work under pressure

Ability to prioritise workload

Background in Civils and Earthworks

Good commercial awareness

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for an Estimator to join a successful and reputable contractor based in Chesterfield.

Permanent or freelance will be considered

Job Description:

A vacancy has arisen for an Estimator to join a successful and reputable contractor based in Chesterfield. Required to work closely and build relationships with clients and suppliers, within the Earthworks, Civil Engineering and Construction sectors, to facilitate high quality, competitive and compliant tender submissions.

Reporting directly to the departmental Director this is an excellent opportunity for someone wishing to take on a new challenge with a reputable and expanding organisation.

Role Description:

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Managing all aspects of tenders received, pricing, preparation and return.
• To obtain the best sub-contract and supplier prices
• To attend regular tender review meetings and create effective budgets and reports
• To provide appropriate breakdowns of tenders and create cost control sheets.
• Maintaining effective communication with clients, suppliers and project management.
• Manage the procurement of subcontract works including preparing sub contract documentation and attend pre-award meetings to ensure compliant quotations.

Periodical updates of project budget projections, reporting to the Earthworks Director

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Previous experience of working in a similar role
• Highly numerate with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• IT literate with advanced skills in Microsoft excel, word and project
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to work under pressure and to strict deadlines
• Ability to prioritise work load and work with changing priorities
• Background in Civils, Earthworks and construction.
• Understanding of various forms of contract and good commercial awareness
• Flexibility to travel across sites and with a full UK driving licence

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