Estimator : Projects and Works

A leading specialist contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Estimator to join their commercial team. The business delivers a range of civil engineering, groundworks and infrastructure projects , working with main contractors and developers across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator to join an established business with a strong pipeline of work and take responsibility for preparing competitive and commercially robust tenders. As an Estimator, you will be responsible for managing tenders from initial enquiry through to submission, working closely with the commercial and operational teams to develop accurate and competitive pricing. Preparing detailed estimates and tenders for civil engineering and groundworks projects. Obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations. Developing competitive tender returns while ensuring commercial viability. Identifying risks, opportunities and potential value-engineering solutions. Liaising with clients, main contractors, suppliers and subcontractors throughout the tender process. Supporting the handover of successful projects to the delivery team. Previous experience estimating civil engineering or groundworks projects. Strong numerical and commercial awareness. Experience carrying out quantities/take-offs and analysing supplier/subcontractor quotations. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the wider commercial and operational teams. Candidates from a Quantity Surveying or commercial background who have moved into estimating will also be considered. This is a great opportunity for an Estimator looking to join a growing specialist contractor where they can have genuine responsibility for the tendering process and play an important role in securing future workload. Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.