Job type
PermanentLocation
LeicesterWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Civil EngineeringIndustry
ConstructionPay
Negotiable Salary (DOE) + Company Car or Allowance + Package
Estimator – Permanent – Leicester – Established Contractor – Civil Engineering & Groundworks
Your new company
You will be joining a well-established and forward-thinking civil engineering and groundworks contractor based in Leicester, delivering high-quality infrastructure solutions for both public and private sector clients. This contractor offers excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development, and as part of their continued growth, they are actively seeking an Estimator to join their team.
This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Leicester office.
Your new role
As Estimator, you will play a pivotal role in the pre-construction team, preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for a variety of civil engineering and groundworks projects. Your responsibilities will include:
- Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documents to produce detailed cost estimates
- Gathering and analysing quotes from suppliers and subcontractors
- Assessing project risks and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards
- Preparing bids and supporting tender submissions to secure new contracts
- Collaborating with project managers, engineers and clients to ensure estimates align with design and budget requirements.
What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful, you will have:
- Experience estimating within civil engineering and/or groundworks
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
- Proficiency in estimating software (e.g. CostX, Bluebeam or similar tools)
- Sound negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills
- Full UK driving licence.
What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:
- Negotiable starting salary (dependent on experience)
- Company car or car allowance
- 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects
- Continuous training and development
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Opportunity to grow and progress your career with an established contractor and more.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or email a copy to james.mayfield-potter@hays.com quoting job reference #4746228.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Please note – this contractor does not hold a licence for sponsored work visas.