Estimator

  • E3 Recruitment
  • Mirfield, Yorkshire
  • Dec 04, 2025
Full time Construction Quantity Surveyor Contracts Manager Civil Engineer Estimator Project Manager Construction Manager Architect and Design Commercial Manager

Job Description

Estimator

Exciting Estimator position offering flexible working hours, long-term job security, contribute to multi-million-pound contracts with a highly reputable main contractor. Joining a well-established and respected specialist in the civils and groundworks sector, you will step into a pivotal role with exposure to prestigious projects and excellent prospects for both personal and career growth. Reporting directly to a senior director within the business, you will become an integral part of a company renowned for delivering high-quality civils and groundworks projects across commercial, public sector and educational clients. As Estimator, you will play a central role in tendering, costing, and supporting the delivery of technically complex projects, ensuring accuracy, value and competitiveness throughout the bidding process.

The role is based in the Mirfield area, with excellent transport links across Dewsbury, Batley, Heckmondwike, Huddersfield, Wakefield, Bradford, Leeds, Cleckheaton, Birstall and Liversedge.

What's in it for you as an Estimator:

45,000- 50,000 salary

Flexible hours (potentially consider condensed days)

Mirfield location with strong transport links

Training and development

Opportunity to work on high-profile, nationally recognised projects

Clear career progression within estimating, commercial and project delivery pathways

Main Responsibilities of the Estimator:

Interpreting CAD drawings, technical designs and specifications to produce accurate take-offs

Preparing detailed cost estimates from the ground up

Collaborating with project and site teams to gather technical information and validate scope

Communicating with suppliers to obtain quotations and evaluate materials and costs

Assisting with tender submissions, cost plans and budgets

Analysing risks, value engineering opportunities and commercial considerations

Supporting the project lifecycle from tender stage through to delivery handover

Maintaining organised records of historical costs and supplier pricing

Visiting sites when required to understand conditions and project requirements

Requirements for the Estimator:

Educational background in construction, civils or quantity surveying

2 or 3 years experience in estimating within groundworks, civil engineering, or general construction

Ability to read and interpret CAD drawings, technical plans, and specifications

Strong numeracy, analytical and problem-solving skills

Confident communicator with suppliers, subcontractors and internal teams

Excellent attention to detail and ability to work to deadlines

Strong IT skills, including Excel, estimating software and CAD viewing tools

To become an Estimator, I would love to receive CVs from Quantity Surveyors, Cost Managers, Pre-Construction Managers, Bid Managers, Bid Coordinators, Commercial Managers, Project Managers, Contracts Managers, Procurement Managers, Cost Engineers and Cost Analysts.

Do you have the skills and experience? I look forward to receiving your application. Thank you Fiona E3 Recruitment.