Estimator - Groundworks

Title: Estimator (Civils / Groundworks)
Location: Leicestershire
Salary: 40k - 60k + Package

As a Civils / Groundworks Estimator, you will be a key player in both pre-contract and post-contract stages. You will be responsible for preparing detailed cost estimates, managing the tender process, and handling on-site variations, ensuring that all estimates are both accurate and competitive. This role requires a hands-on estimator with the ability to work from first principles, not relying on pre-set templates.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for groundworks and civil engineering projects, including domestic and small commercial works.
• Lead the tender process, from initial enquiry through to submission, conducting site visits, quantity take-offs, and pricing.
• Work closely with project managers, buyers, and other team members to ensure estimates are aligned with project needs and budgets.
• Analyse project costs comprehensively, covering materials, labor, and equipment, to produce realistic and competitive estimates.
• Manage post-contract variations, providing updated estimates as required to accommodate project changes.
• Use Excel for cost calculations, with potential integration of Bluebeam software for take-offs.
• Support the team with detailed cost breakdowns and contribute to financial forecasting and reporting.

Candidate Profile:

• Demonstrated experience in groundworks and civil engineering estimating, with a strong ability to estimate from first principles.
• Knowledge of earthworks, drainage, roadworks, and utilities is essential.
• Strong analytical capabilities to assess project requirements and deliver accurate, competitive estimates.
• Proficiency in Excel is required, and familiarity with estimating software such as Bluebeam is advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work effectively with various stakeholders.
• A meticulous approach to ensure all project aspects are accounted for in estimates.
• Up-to-date with current market rates and industry trends in groundworks estimating.

If you're interested, please apply by emailing me with a copy of your most up to date CV and your current availability so I may consider you for the short listing process.