Job Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Building & Civils Cost Engineer to join a growing work-winning and estimating team, supporting the delivery of complex construction and infrastructure projects across the business.
Working closely with the Cost Manager and wider commercial, operational, procurement, and engineering teams, you'll play a key role in developing accurate and competitive prime cost estimates from pre-tender through to contract award. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys analysing technical information, building strong supply chain relationships, and influencing successful bid outcomes within a collaborative environment.
The role offers a blend of office, hybrid, and project engagement, with opportunities to work across a varied portfolio of civils and building projects.
Some of the key deliverables in this role will include:• Producing accurate take-offs, measurements, and bills of quantities for civils and building works• Reviewing tender documentation and identifying technical or commercial queries• Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain and assess competitive quotations• Supporting the preparation of robust and commercially competitive prime cost estimates• Identifying project risks and opportunities and supporting mitigation strategies during tender stages• Collaborating with operational, procurement, and commercial teams to strengthen bid submissions• Interpreting architectural drawings, specifications, and project requirements to support accurate costing• Assisting with tender adjudication, submission, and project handover activities following contract award• Maintaining awareness of market trends, pricing levels, and supply chain conditions to support competitive estimating
What we're looking for:We're looking for a commercially aware and detail-focused individual who enjoys working collaboratively and thrives in a fast-paced tendering environment. You'll be someone who can confidently analyse information, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and proactively contribute ideas that strengthen project outcomes.
An organised and motivated professional, with experience in:• Preparing estimates, take-offs, and bills of quantities within a construction or infrastructure environment• Working for a main contractor, principal contractor, or within a commercial/estimating function• Interpreting technical drawings and specifications for civils and building projects• Engaging with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain and assess quotations• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities within tender submissions• Working collaboratively across estimating, procurement, operational, and commercial teams• Managing deadlines and producing accurate work within tight timescales• Strong communication, analytical, and organisational skills• GCSE English and Maths Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)
Benefits:We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes:
• Car/Car Allowance• Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle)• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays with an option to Buy/Sell additional days• Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution• Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days• Private Medical Insurance• Life Assurance• Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and wellbeing (including counselling sessions and legal advice)• Flexible benefits to choose from including Dental Insurance, Gym Membership, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance and Tax Free Bikes
Next Steps:
As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation.
We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
About Us:
We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training.
Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies.
Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
