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Senior Estimator - Heavy Civils or Water Salary: £80,000-£90,000 DOE Location: Harefield Employment Type: Full-time The Opportunity Due to continued growth, we are looking for an experienced Senior Estimator to join an established business operating within the heavy civil engineering and water infrastructure sectors . This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Estimator to take ownership of complex tenders and play a key role in preparing accurate, competitive and commercially robust estimates across major heavy civils and water projects. Working closely with Operational, Commercial, Procurement, Planning and Bid Teams , you will lead the estimating process from initial tender review through to submission and handover. Key Responsibilities Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, pricing schedules and client requirements. Attend site visits where required to understand project scope, constraints and delivery requirements. Prepare detailed first-principles estimates for self-delivered heavy civil engineering and water infrastructure works. Develop production rates, resource requirements, construction methodologies and programme assumptions alongside operational and planning teams. Coordinate supplier and subcontractor enquiries, review quotations and ensure commercially robust and competitive pricing. Identify tender risks, opportunities and key assumptions, including ground conditions, temporary works, access constraints, stakeholder interfaces and programme considerations. Prepare tender documentation, pricing schedules, assumptions and supporting reports for internal governance and client submission. Support tender adjudications and respond to client clarifications. Ensure successful handover of tenders to the delivery team. Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior estimators where appropriate. About You We are looking for an experienced Senior Estimator with 5-10 years' estimating experience within heavy civils, water or major infrastructure . You will ideally have a proven track record of pricing complex projects for a main contractor, specialist civil engineering contractor or water infrastructure business. Strong experience in first-principles estimating and self-delivered works is essential. Experience across areas such as: Heavy civil engineering Water infrastructure Water treatment works Reservoirs and pumping stations Pipelines and large-diameter pipework Earthworks Drainage Concrete structures Utilities and associated infrastructure Enabling and reinstatement works You will have a strong understanding of construction methodologies, methods of measurement and NEC contracts , alongside the commercial awareness to identify risks and opportunities and develop accurate tender submissions. Experience working within collaborative bid teams is essential, as is the ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and client requirements. Strong Excel skills are required, alongside experience using estimating software such as Conquest, Causeway, Candy or similar . Experience with take-off software, AutoCAD or project planning tools would be advantageous. We're looking for someone who can take ownership of complex tenders , work collaboratively across the business and provide support and guidance to junior members of the estimating team. A full UK driving licence is required. The Company You will be joining an established and growing business operating across the heavy civil engineering and water infrastructure sectors , delivering major projects within the UK's essential infrastructure network. The business has a strong focus on quality, safety, collaboration and delivering successful outcomes for its clients. What's on Offer £80,000-£90,000 salary , depending on experience Pension Healthcare Holiday allowance Employee benefits Career development and progression opportunities Interested? If you're an experienced Senior Estimator with a background in heavy civils and/or water infrastructure and are looking for your next opportunity, we'd be keen to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion about the role.

Position: Senior Estimator - Civil Engineering Location: London Working Arrangement: Office Based Employment Type: Permanent Having been established for over 20 years, the business has developed into one of the UK's leading self-delivering contractors, successfully delivering complex groundworks, enabling works and heavy civil engineering projects ranging from 1 million to 80 million across infrastructure, defence, energy and major regeneration sectors. Following its transition to an Employee Ownership Trust , the business is continuing to invest heavily in its people and future growth. The estimating function currently consists of 6 Estimators and 2 Trainee Estimators , with the business now looking to strengthen the team further with an experienced Senior Estimator, ideally based in London, although Midlands candidates will also be considered. This is not a high-volume estimating position focused simply on processing subcontractor quotations. As a self-delivery Civil Engineering contractor , the business requires someone with strong first-principles estimating knowledge who understands how projects will actually be constructed and can use that knowledge to develop competitive, commercially considered tenders. You'll work closely with Pre-Construction, Planning, Commercial and Operational teams, taking ownership of significant tenders and helping identify the methodology, risk, opportunity and value engineering that can ultimately turn an estimate into a winning bid. The business takes a selective approach to tendering , rather than pursuing high volumes of opportunities, giving its estimating team the time to properly interrogate and develop each bid. This represents an excellent opportunity for either an established Senior Estimator or an ambitious Estimator ready to step up, with genuine long-term progression available within a growing employee-owned contractor. Senior Estimator Salary & Benefits Salary 90,000 - 130,000 DOE Approximately 5,000 - 6,000 car allowance . Salary-sacrifice electric vehicle scheme available as an alternative. Free EV charging at the office. Discretionary bonus scheme. 6% employer pension contribution , with 5% employee contribution. Private medical healthcare. 26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays. Benefits associated with working within an Employee Ownership Trust . Strong pipeline of major Civil Engineering and infrastructure projects. Long-term career development within a growing business. Senior Estimator Job Overview Take ownership of major Civil Engineering tenders from initial enquiry through to final submission. Price significant projects and packages across groundworks, enabling works and heavy civil engineering . Develop detailed estimates using first-principles estimating techniques . Build up labour, plant, materials and productivity rates based on proposed construction methodology. Review drawings, specifications, programmes and tender documentation to fully understand project requirements. Assess how projects will practically be constructed, incorporating methodology, logistics and site constraints into the estimate. Identify and evaluate commercial and technical risks and opportunities throughout the tender process. Work closely with Pre-Construction, Planning, Commercial and Operational teams to develop competitive tender strategies. Obtain and interrogate subcontractor and supplier quotations where appropriate. Participate in tender reviews, adjudications and post-tender negotiations. Identify value-engineering opportunities and alternative construction solutions. Develop competitive tenders that go beyond simply producing a price, with a focus on helping the business win the right projects . Work across projects including highways infrastructure, utilities, drainage, groundworks, plot enabling, foundations and earthworks . Contribute to the business's selective bidding strategy, focusing estimating resource on suitable opportunities with a strong prospect of success. Senior Estimator Job Requirements Previous Estimating experience within Civil Engineering, Infrastructure, Groundworks or a related contractor environment . Strong understanding of first-principles estimating is essential . Experience pricing self-delivered Civil Engineering works. Excellent understanding of construction methodology and how Civil Engineering projects are practically delivered on site. Experience pricing significant Civil Engineering projects and packages. Ability to build up estimates using labour, plant, materials and productivity/output rates . Ability to interrogate tender information rather than relying solely on subcontractor quotations. Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify risk, opportunity and value-engineering solutions . Experience within either a Tier 1 or Tier 2 Civil Engineering contractor will be considered. Candy estimating software experience highly advantageous . ConQuest experience also welcomed, with training available on Candy where required. Strong communication skills with the confidence to contribute effectively during tender reviews and adjudications. Able to work collaboratively with Pre-Construction, Planning, Commercial and Operational teams. Capable of independently managing significant tenders from initial review through to submission. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.

Naughton Contracts Limited (NCL) Senior Estimator Location: Office Based (Hatfield, Hertfordshire) Naughton Contracts Ltd is a young, ambitious civil engineering company delivering groundworks, earthworks, basements, site set-up and enabling, and civil engineering solutions across residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects. Including major data centre developments. We're looking for a Senior Estimator to join our team at our Hatfield head office and play a key role in winning and pricing the projects that keep us growing. About the Role As Senior Estimator, you'll be responsible for producing accurate, competitive tenders and estimates across our core service areas. Groundworks, earthworks, basements, site set-up and enabling, and civil engineering. Supporting the commercial team in securing new work and maintaining Naughton's reputation for quality, reliability, and value. Key Responsibilities Prepare accurate, well-substantiated cost estimates and tenders for groundworks, earthworks, basements, civil engineering, and site set-up/enabling projects. Analyse tender documents, drawings, and specifications to identify scope, risk, and opportunity. Source and evaluate quotations from subcontractors and suppliers to build competitive pricing. Prepare and present bid submissions, method statements, and pricing schedules to clients. Liaise with clients, designers, and internal project teams throughout the tender process. Identify value engineering opportunities and cost-saving measures without compromising quality or safety. Support the commercial team with post-tender negotiations and handover to delivery teams. Maintain accurate records of historical pricing data, productivity rates, and market trends. Mentor and support junior estimators within the team. Experience Proven experience as an Estimator or Senior Estimator within civil engineering, groundworks, or construction. Track record of successfully tendering for projects across residential, commercial, or infrastructure sectors. Experience estimating for data centre or industrial projects is an advantage. Knowledge Strong understanding of civil engineering, groundworks, and RC frame construction methods and costs. Familiarity with construction contracts (e.g. JCT, NEC) and tender processes. Sound knowledge of current market rates, materials, plant, and labour costs. Awareness of UK health & safety and regulatory requirements as they relate to estimating and project delivery. Qualifications Degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience). Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. CIOB, RICS) is desirable but not essential. Valid CSCS card. Skills Strong numerical and analytical skills, with high attention to detail and accuracy. Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office (particularly Excel). Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present pricing clearly to clients and internal stakeholders. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines simultaneously. Commercially astute, with sound negotiation skills and a proactive, problem-solving approach. Why Work for Us Join a young, ambitious, and fast-growing civil engineering company delivering complex projects across the UK and Europe. Be part of a business known for hitting deadlines, staying on budget, and delivering to the highest industry standards. Work on exciting, high-profile projects including advanced manufacturing and data centre developments. A professional, hands-on team environment where your contribution is valued and your development supported. Genuine opportunity to grow with the company as it establishes itself as a leading player in the industry. If you have the skills and experience to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you. Naughton Contracts is an Equal Opportunities employer and does not discriminate against any protected characteristic. Note for Recruitment Agencies: We are not using Recruitment Agencies for this role. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable.

Estimator/Senior Estimator Residential Civils Location: Wakefield Salary: Competitive + Car Allowance + Benefits Lemon Drizzle Recruitment is working with an established and growing civil engineering contractor looking to strengthen their pre-construction team with the appointment of an Estimator. The role will focus on residential civils projects , pricing packages including plot works, roads, sewers, drainage, earthworks and associated groundworks for major housebuilders across the region. The Role Working as part of the pre-construction team, you ll be responsible for preparing accurate and commercially competitive tenders for residential infrastructure and groundworks projects. You ll review tender documentation and drawings, undertake take-offs, obtain and assess supply chain quotations and build up detailed costs from first principles. Key Responsibilities Prepare estimates and tender submissions for residential civils projects Price plot works, roads, sewers, drainage, earthworks and groundworks packages Carry out quantity take-offs and cost planning Review drawings, specifications and tender documentation Obtain and assess supplier and subcontractor quotations Identify commercial risks, opportunities and value engineering options Prepare pricing information for tender reviews and adjudications Work closely with commercial and operational teams Produce detailed handover information for secured projects What We re Looking For Previous estimating experience within civil engineering, groundworks or residential infrastructure Good understanding of residential roads, sewers, drainage and plot works Strong measurement, take-off and pricing skills Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and bills of quantities Good commercial awareness Experience with estimating software and Microsoft Excel Strong communication and organisational skills Why Join? Strong pipeline of residential civils projects Established and growing contractor Excellent opportunity for progression Supportive, family-oriented working environment Competitive salary, car allowance and benefits package This is a great opportunity for an Estimator from a groundworks, residential infrastructure or civil engineering background looking to join a busy contractor with a strong pipeline of work and plenty of opportunity to progress.

Estimator/Senior Estimator Civil engineering/EHV Power Wigan - Permanent - Competitive Salary Office Based Summary Our client, a specialist civil engineering construction company operating within the Extra High Voltage (EHV) Power sector, is seeking an experienced Estimator to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing detailed and accurate cost estimates for electricity substation civil works and EHV cable installation projects. This includes earthworks, groundworks, drainage, reinforced concrete foundations, roads, trough-laying, ducting, cable pulling, and temporary works. You will manage the entire tender process from reviewing ITT documentation to submission, ensuring all bids are competitive, compliant, and commercially viable. The role requires strong first principles estimating skills, the ability to obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors, and the preparation of programmes, plans, and submission documents. You will liaise closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality tender packages within deadlines. Key Responsibilities • Review and assess all Invitation to Tender (ITT) documentation • Prepare cost estimates for EHV substation civils and cable installation works using first principles • Obtain and evaluate quotations for materials and subcontract packages • Manage tender enquiries and ITTs from initiation to submission within deadlines • Organise and attend site visits as required • Coordinate preparation of tender programmes, drawings, and submission documents • Liaise with specialist subcontractors, suppliers, and internal departments to compile tender responses • Conduct detailed commercial reviews and risk analysis prior to submission • Ensure professional packaging and delivery of all bids • Follow up with clients for feedback and attend post-tender meetings Skills • Minimum 5 years experience in civil engineering estimating, preferably within EHV power or related sectors • Strong first principles estimating capability • Ability to interpret and analyse technical drawings and tender documentation • Proven experience managing full tender lifecycle and meeting tight deadlines • Proficient in preparing programmes, plans, and submission documents

Assistant Quantity Surveyor Location: Paddock Wood, Kent Salary: 30,000 - 36,000 DOE THE OPPORTUNITY CPXR is recruiting for a Junior Estimator to join an established sub-contractor based in Kent. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in groundworks and civil enginnering who is looking for progression. The role will involve supporting the estimating team across a range of civil engineering, groundworks and infrastructure projects, assisting with take-offs, pricing, subcontractor enquiries and tender submissions while developing your estimating career. The company offers a strong opportunity for career progression, exposure to a variety of civils and groundworks projects, and the chance to develop your skills within an experienced and supportive estimating team. THE ROLE Assist with preparing accurate cost estimates and tender submissions for civils and groundworks projects Complete material and labour take-offs from drawings, specifications and tender documentation Obtain and compare quotations from suppliers and subcontractors Assist with pricing groundworks, drainage, concrete, utilities, earthworks and associated civil engineering packages Support Senior Estimators and the wider commercial team throughout the tender process Maintain accurate estimating records, cost information and tender documentation THE IDEAL CANDIDATE Experience as a Junior Estimator, Trainee Estimator, Assistant Estimator or Estimating Assistant Background in civil engineering, groundworks, construction or infrastructure Experience or understanding of quantity take-offs, tender pricing and cost estimating Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and construction estimating software, with the ability to interpret technical drawings Strong numerical, commercial, organisational and communication skills A relevant HNC/HND, degree or other qualification in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or Construction would be advantageous, although practical industry experience will also be considered APPLY If you are interested in this Junior Estimator opportunity in Paddock Wood, apply today or contact Lilly at CPXR for a confidential conversation. Relevant job titles: Junior Estimator / Trainee Estimator / Trainee Quantity Surveyor