Civils Senior Estimator at Ground Control in Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

tender preparation

cost estimating

take‑offs

value engineering

supplier liaison

bid strategy

Join a well-established landscape construction business delivering prestigious, high‑value projects for blue‑chip and public‑sector clients. This senior, hands‑on estimating role shapes bid strategy, prices competitively, and influences commercial outcomes across complex groundworks, civils, drainage and landscaping schemes. You’ll collaborate with operational and commercial teams, challenging designs, proposing alternatives, and ensuring bids are both commercially sound and deliverable.

Prepare detailed tenders for groundworks, civils, drainage (including SuDS) and hard/soft landscaping.
Review drawings, specifications and client requirements to identify risks and opportunities.
Produce take‑offs, cost plans and final submissions within tight deadlines.
Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors, designers and internal teams to build robust bids.
Identify alternative materials, methods and value‑engineering options.
Support bid strategy and pricing decisions to improve win rates and margins.
Use estimating and take‑off software such as On‑Screen Take‑off, Excel and Word.
Confidently own tenders from start to finish.

Requirements

senior estimator

groundworks

commercial awareness

autonomous

detail oriented

Proven senior estimator experience in groundworks, civils, drainage/SuDS or landscape construction.
Strong commercial awareness and understanding of construction contracts and risk.
Ability to work autonomously while collaborating with wider teams.
High attention to detail with a practical, delivery‑focused mindset.

Benefits

Career development through clear paths, training, GC Leadership Academy, accreditations and higher‑education opportunities.
Competitive salary and flexible working, 23+ days holiday (increasing with service) plus bank holidays.
Yearly bonus scheme, share options, robust pension and health benefits including Medigold support, free flu jabs and online private GP.
Free or subsidised national gym membership, employee recognition scheme and two personal‑choice volunteering days.
Join a rapidly growing, collaborative and innovative team with exciting growth opportunities.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1973

Year Founded

The company was established over five decades ago, laying the foundation for its growth into a national leader.

50,000+

Commercial Sites Managed

The company manages a vast network of commercial locations across the UK, showcasing its extensive capabilities.

300 acres

Nature Recovery Farm

A dedicated initiative to restore and enhance natural habitats, reflecting the company's commitment to environmental stewardship.

It operates across the UK with a tech-driven, data-led approach.
Full national coverage and diversified revenue streams include EV-charging installs.
Projects range from transport-network vegetation control and winter gritting to play-area builds and habitat restoration.
Specialisms span infrastructure vegetation, tree surgery, ecological surveys, and large-scale landscape construction.

Culture + Values

Caring for our environment has long been our purpose
Delivering biodiversity enhancements
Achieving carbon net zero
Sourcing and using materials responsibly
Delivering social value in the communities where we work

Environment + Sustainability

90% Reduction

GHG Emissions Target

Aiming for a 90% reduction in Scope 1 & 2 greenhouse gas emissions by FYE 2030, using FYE 2021 as the baseline.

42% Reduction

Scope 3 Emissions

Committed to reducing Scope 3 GHG emissions by 42% by FYE 2030, based on FYE 2021 levels.

Net Zero by 2038

Ambitious Sustainability Goal

Targeting net zero for Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by FYE 2038, validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

Carbon Neutral Since 2020

Sustainability Milestone

Achieved carbon neutral certification (PAS 2060) in 2020, with a footprint of approximately 3,000 tCO₂e, and is reverified annually.

Achieved carbon‑neutral certification four years ahead of initial 2025 target
Investing in 100% battery‑powered hand tools by 2023
Committed to fully electric fleet and EV charging infrastructure by 2025
Internal analysis: 95% of emissions from supply chain (43% field teams, 32% goods/services, 10% waste)

Inclusion & Diversity

No publicly available strategic DEI goals found on official site
No gender‑related statistics (e.g., % female employees, leadership diversity) disclosed

Articles

Contact

Sectors – Infrastructure

Insights – London in Bloom awards

News – EV charging partnership with Openreach

Role

Description

tender preparation

cost estimating

take‑offs

value engineering

supplier liaison

bid strategy

Prepare detailed tenders for groundworks, civils, drainage (including SuDS) and hard/soft landscaping.
Review drawings, specifications and client requirements to identify risks and opportunities.
Produce take‑offs, cost plans and final submissions within tight deadlines.
Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors, designers and internal teams to build robust bids.
Identify alternative materials, methods and value‑engineering options.
Support bid strategy and pricing decisions to improve win rates and margins.
Use estimating and take‑off software such as On‑Screen Take‑off, Excel and Word.
Confidently own tenders from start to finish.

Requirements

senior estimator

groundworks

commercial awareness

autonomous

detail oriented

Proven senior estimator experience in groundworks, civils, drainage/SuDS or landscape construction.
Strong commercial awareness and understanding of construction contracts and risk.
Ability to work autonomously while collaborating with wider teams.
High attention to detail with a practical, delivery‑focused mindset.

Benefits

Career development through clear paths, training, GC Leadership Academy, accreditations and higher‑education opportunities.
Competitive salary and flexible working, 23+ days holiday (increasing with service) plus bank holidays.
Yearly bonus scheme, share options, robust pension and health benefits including Medigold support, free flu jabs and online private GP.
Free or subsidised national gym membership, employee recognition scheme and two personal‑choice volunteering days.
Join a rapidly growing, collaborative and innovative team with exciting growth opportunities.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1973

Year Founded

The company was established over five decades ago, laying the foundation for its growth into a national leader.

50,000+

Commercial Sites Managed

The company manages a vast network of commercial locations across the UK, showcasing its extensive capabilities.

300 acres

Nature Recovery Farm

A dedicated initiative to restore and enhance natural habitats, reflecting the company's commitment to environmental stewardship.

It operates across the UK with a tech-driven, data-led approach.
Full national coverage and diversified revenue streams include EV-charging installs.
Projects range from transport-network vegetation control and winter gritting to play-area builds and habitat restoration.
Specialisms span infrastructure vegetation, tree surgery, ecological surveys, and large-scale landscape construction.

Culture + Values

Caring for our environment has long been our purpose
Delivering biodiversity enhancements
Achieving carbon net zero
Sourcing and using materials responsibly
Delivering social value in the communities where we work

Environment + Sustainability

90% Reduction

GHG Emissions Target

Aiming for a 90% reduction in Scope 1 & 2 greenhouse gas emissions by FYE 2030, using FYE 2021 as the baseline.

42% Reduction

Scope 3 Emissions

Committed to reducing Scope 3 GHG emissions by 42% by FYE 2030, based on FYE 2021 levels.

Net Zero by 2038

Ambitious Sustainability Goal

Targeting net zero for Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by FYE 2038, validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

Carbon Neutral Since 2020

Sustainability Milestone

Achieved carbon neutral certification (PAS 2060) in 2020, with a footprint of approximately 3,000 tCO₂e, and is reverified annually.

Achieved carbon‑neutral certification four years ahead of initial 2025 target
Investing in 100% battery‑powered hand tools by 2023
Committed to fully electric fleet and EV charging infrastructure by 2025
Internal analysis: 95% of emissions from supply chain (43% field teams, 32% goods/services, 10% waste)

Inclusion & Diversity

No publicly available strategic DEI goals found on official site
No gender‑related statistics (e.g., % female employees, leadership diversity) disclosed

Articles

Contact

Sectors – Infrastructure

Insights – London in Bloom awards

News – EV charging partnership with Openreach