Estimator - Civil Engineering and Highways

  • Caval Limited
  • Stockton Heath, Cheshire
  • 20/10/2026
Full time Construction Quantity Surveyor Civil Engineer Estimator

Job Description

Estimator - Civils & Highways

Location: Warrington (Office Based)

We're looking for an experienced Civils and Highways Estimator to join our growing team in Warrington and work within the commercial team - with some exposure to QS duties as well.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys both pre-construction and project delivery, with the role currently split approximately 70% estimating and 30% project surveying.

You'll be working across a varied portfolio of civil engineering and higwhays projects, including:

  • Local authority works
  • New roundabouts
  • New EV charging points
  • similar works around the UK

Projects range from small packages through to contract values of approximately 3-4 million.



The Role

  • Preparing accurate estimates and tender submissions

  • Pricing civils and highways packages

  • Managing project costs and commercial performance on live projects

  • Valuations, variations and final accounts

  • Working closely with clients, subcontractors and the delivery team



About You

We're looking for someone who:

  • Has solid experience as a Quantity Surveyor within civils and/or groundworks

  • Has estimating experience and is confident pricing work independently

  • Is commercially aware and well organised

  • Wants to play a key role in a small, ambitious business

  • Is based locally to Horwich or within a reasonable commuting distance

This role would particularly suit someone with a few years of industry experience who is looking for a fresh challenge and the opportunity to have a genuine impact within a close-knit team.



What We Offer

  • Competitive salary (dependent on experience)

  • Company car or car allowance

  • Standard holiday entitlement

  • Long-term career progression within a steadily growing business

  • A supportive, friendly team where your contribution is recognised and valued

If you're looking to join a well-established but growing company where you'll have variety, responsibility and the opportunity to develop your career, we'd love to hear from you.