Estimator - Earthworks & Civils
Posted 1 day 7 hours ago by Enable Group
Enable Resourcing is recruiting for an Estimator - Earthworks & Civils to join a growing civil engineering contractor based in Chippenham, Wiltshire, specialising in earthworks and associated infrastructure packages.
This role is ideal for an engineer with approximately 1-3 years' site experience who is looking to transition into an estimating and pre-construction position.
You will support the pricing and tendering of earthworks and civils schemes, producing accurate, competitive and commercially sound submissions.
Key Responsibilities- Reviewing drawings, specifications and technical documentation
- Carrying out quantity take-offs
- Assisting with pricing of earthworks and civils packages
- Supporting development of cost estimates and build-ups
- Liaising with site teams, planners and subcontractors
- Obtaining and analysing supplier and subcontractor quotations
- Supporting value engineering and cost planning exercises
- Preparing tender clarifications and supporting bid documentation
- Attending pre-tender meetings where required
- Assisting with handover of successful tenders to delivery teams
- Supporting development of cost databases and estimating systems
You will work closely with operational and commercial teams to ensure tenders are technically accurate and commercially robust.
About You- Approximately 1-3 years' site experience within civil engineering or earthworks
- Experience in an engineering role such as Site Engineer or Graduate Engineer
- Strong understanding of earthworks, groundworks and construction methodologies
- Good numerical and analytical capability
- Strong communication skills and team-focused approach
- Civil Engineering or Construction qualification
- Experience using Excel or estimating software
This role offers an excellent opportunity to move from site delivery into pre-construction within a specialist earthworks contractor.
What's on Offer- Competitive salary of £70,000 - £90,000 per annum (DOE)
- Opportunity to transition into estimating and pre-construction
- Exposure to specialist earthworks and infrastructure schemes
- Career development within a growing civil engineering contractor
If you are a site-based civil engineer looking to move into estimating within earthworks and civils, we would like to hear from you.
Apply now or contact Enable Resourcing for a confidential discussion.