Job type
PermanentLocation
DerbyWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Civil EngineeringIndustry
ConstructionPay
Competitive Salary (DOE) + Company Car or Allowance + Package
Senior Estimator - Derby - Permanent - Main Contractor - Civil Engineering & Groundworks - Flexible Working
Your new company
You will be joining an established civil engineering and groundworks contractor based in Derby, operating across the commercial, industrial and energy industries. This multi-accredited contractor delivers projects valued at up to £20m for an array of high-profile clients and offers excellent opportunities for career progression and hands-on professional development. Due to continued success, they are seeking a Senior Estimator to join their pre-contract team.
This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Derby office with the option for hybrid and flexible working.
Your new role
As Senior Estimator, your responsibilities will include:
- Leading the preparation of detailed and accurate cost estimates from concept through to tender submission
- Analysing drawings, specifications and other documentation to prepare comprehensive cost estimates
- Evaluating subcontract and supplier quotations for accuracy and competitiveness
- Conducting risk assessments and applying appropriate contingencies to estimates
- Participating in tender reviews and presentations to senior management
- Supporting value engineering and cost-saving initiatives
- Mentoring and supporting assistant estimators and contributing to team development.
What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful, you must have:
- Minimum 5 years of experience estimating within the civil engineering industry
- Strong knowledge of civil engineering construction methods, materials and regulations
- Excellent numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
- Full UK driving licence.
What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:
- Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
- Company car or car allowance (up to £6,600 per annum)
- 34 days’ annual leave
- Flexible working
- Company pension scheme
- Profit share scheme
- Private health insurance
- Reimbursed business mileage
- Continuous training and development
- Reimbursed professional fee to a recognised body (e.g. RICS, ICE or similar)
- Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects
- Opportunity to grow and progress your career with a forward-thinking and employee-first principal contractor.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or alternatively email a copy to james.mayfield-potter@hays.com quoting job reference #4398624.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
Please note - work sponsorship is not offered by this contractor.