Senior Estimator – Civil Groundworks & Data Centres

Naughton Contracts Ltd; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Naughton Contracts Ltd, a young, ambitious civil engineering company, invites applications for a Senior Estimator based at our Hatfield head office. You will lead the preparation of tenders across groundworks, earthworks, basements, and related civil works, ensuring accuracy, competitiveness, and value.

You will analyse drawings, source subcontractor quotes, and present pricing to clients, while mentoring junior estimators and supporting the commercial team through tender stages.

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• Membership of CIOB or RICS is desirable but not essential.
• Valid CSCS card is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates and tenders for groundworks, earthworks, basements, and site set-up projects.
• Analyse tender documents and specifications to identify scope, risk, and opportunity.
• Source and evaluate quotations from subcontractors and suppliers to build competitive pricing.
• Prepare bid submissions, method statements, and pricing schedules for clients.
• Liaise with clients, designers, and internal teams during the tender process.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and cost-saving measures.
• Support post-tender negotiations and handover to delivery teams.
• Maintain historical pricing data and market trends.
• Mentor and support junior estimators.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Estimating software

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying / Civil Engineering / Construction Management

Membership of CIOB or RICS (desirable)

CSCS card

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Naughton Contracts Ltd, a young, ambitious civil engineering company, invites applications for a Senior Estimator based at our Hatfield head office. You will lead the preparation of tenders across groundworks, earthworks, basements, and related civil works, ensuring accuracy, competitiveness, and value.

You will analyse drawings, source subcontractor quotes, and present pricing to clients, while mentoring junior estimators and supporting the commercial team through tender stages.