Estimator (Groundworks / Civils)

7 months ago


North London, United Kingdom Suits and Boots Full time

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Estimator with at least 5 years experience to join a leading Civil Engineering company, that specialise in Groundworks. The company is family run, and they are an advocate in rewarding hard work, and have a great work culture.

As an Estimator your responsibilities will include the following:

- Preparing detailed cost budgets and estimates for projects
- Conduct thorough Bill of Quantities reconciliation to ensure accurate costing.
- Perform detailed take-offs, measuring quantities of materials required for the project.
- Cost Planning
- Source supplier and sub-contractor quotations to ensure a competitive and accurate tender is submitted
- Ensure estimates take into consideration applicable legislation and recognised industry standards on HSQ
- Identify potential cost risks
- Regular site visits
- Confidently liaise and maintain a good working relationship with Clients and attend pre-contract meetings when needed
- Proactively seeking new business development opportunities

**Requirements**:

- Degree in Civil Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Proven experience as an Estimator in the groundworks and civil engineering sector.
- Strong knowledge of groundworks and civil engineering construction methodologies.
- Experience is cost estimation.

**Salary**: From £70,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company car
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee mentoring programme
- Free or subsidised travel
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Sick pay

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Performance bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

- North London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Bachelor's (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Estimating: 5 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 010



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