Estimator - Civil Engineering

Your new company
You will be joining a leading civil engineering and groundworks contractor based in Derby. This multi-accredited main contractor boasts an impressive list of high-profile clientele and their portfolio of work includes both commercial and industrial projects. They offer a strong pipeline of work, excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development, as well as the opportunity to work on a variety of projects. Due to continued success, they are looking to onboard an Estimator to join their team.

This is a full-time permanent position based in their Derby office. Working hours are 8:45am to 5:15pm Monday to Friday, with flexibility to start/finish earlier.
Your new role
As Estimator, you will be based in their Derby office and be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Preparing and submitting tenders and budgets
• Obtaining quotations for subcontract work, materials and plant
• Assessing the risk levels associated with projects
• Monitoring the stages of the projects to ensure costs are kept in line with forecasts
• Assisting with bids for new contracts and supporting buying activities
• Establishing and maintaining good relationships with client representatives, subcontractors and suppliers
• Conducting site visits as and when required.

What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful, you must have:

• Experience estimating in the commercial and/or industrial industries, including civil engineering and/or groundworks packages
• Ability to estimate from first principles
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Full UK driving licence.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:

• Basic salary up to �55k/annum (depending on experience)
• Company car or car allowance (up to �6.6k/annum)
• 34 days' annual leave
• Company pension scheme (5% employer contribution)
• Discretionary 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 established main contractor.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, apply now to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
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.

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