Estimator

Overview

Prepare accurate civil engineering tender estimates and support project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• cost estimating
• tender docs
• scope review
• risk assessment
• supplier liaison
• estimating db

Tasks

You will join the commercial team reporting into the Commercial/Estimating Manager. Your core responsibility will be to produce accurate, competitive and commercially viable tender submissions for civil engineering and infrastructure projects—from initial scope review to tender submission and hand-over into delivery. You will work closely with quantity surveyors, project managers, site engineers and the supply chain. -Maintain and update estimating databases, cost libraries and historical records. -Prepare detailed cost estimates (labour, plant, materials, subcontractors) for civils works (e.g., drainage, highways, utility infrastructure, earthworks). -Prepare and submit tender documentation and support pre-bid and post-bid negotiations. -Review and interpret drawings, specifications and contract documents to establish project scope. -Undertake risk assessments, carry out value engineering and provide clear tender commentary. -Transition successful tenders into the delivery team and contribute to continuous improvement. -Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain up-to-date pricing and maintain rate libraries.

Requirements

• civil works
• estimating
• excel
• 2d drawings
• commercial awareness
• project management

What You Bring

-A strong understanding of civil works including drainage, highways, utilities, groundworks and reinstatement. -A proactive, organised work style, with the ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines simultaneously. -Access to a solid pipeline of infrastructure/utility work across the region. -Ability to interpret 2D drawings and specifications; and a working knowledge of contract types. -Significant experience (typically 3-5+ years) estimating within the civil engineering or infrastructure sector. -Commercial awareness, excellent numeracy and communication skills. -Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel critical) and familiarity with estimating software (or willingness to learn).

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Benefits

-A collaborative and supportive work environment where the estimating function is valued and plays a key role in business growth. -Competitive salary and benefits package, with opportunities for professional development and career progression. -You’ll work for a growing, reputable business headquartered in Leyland with a strong reputation for site delivery and client satisfaction.

About Force Recruitment

-Evolved from a singular engineering focus into a diversified civil and infrastructure specialist. -Operates projects across the UK, Europe, and the Middle East, including converter stations and bridge rebuilds. -Deep expertise in nuclear, rail, utilities, data centres, defence, and highways sectors. -Recruits both blue- and white-collar roles to support its contracting operations. -Accredited with perfect HSQE audit scores and top-level certifications. -Executed standout projects like high-security data centre installations and deep piling works across varied terrains.

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