Senior Estimator - Housing Groundworks
21 days ago
Liverpool
Senior Estimator - Housing GroundworksHuyton - £65,000 to £75,000 + PackageYour new company: A leading groundworks and civil engineering contractor with a strong reputation across the North West, specialising in residential infrastructure and housing developments for major national and regional housebuilders. With a healthy pipeline of repeat business and ongoing growth, the company offers long-term stability and excellent career prospects within a fast-paced and professional environment.Your new role: Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator with a strong background in housing groundworks to join their commercial and pre-construction team based in Huyton. You will play a key role in securing new projects by preparing accurate and competitive tenders for residential groundworks and infrastructure packages.Responsibilities will include:Preparing detailed estimates and tender submissions for housing groundworks projectsPricing roads, sewers, drainage, foundations, external works, and infrastructure packagesReviewing drawings, specifications, and technical documentationProducing accurate take-offs for labour, plant, materials, and subcontract worksObtaining and analysing supplier and subcontractor quotationsIdentifying commercial risks and value engineering opportunitiesLiaising with clients, engineers, and operational teams throughout the tender processManaging multiple tenders and meeting strict submission deadlinesMaintaining estimating records, cost databases, and supplier informationAssisting with handovers to commercial and delivery teams following project awardsWhat you will need to succeed:Proven experience as an Estimator or Senior Estimator within housing groundworks or civil engineeringStrong knowledge of residential infrastructure packages including roads, sewers, and drainageExcellent commercial awareness and attention to detailStrong numerical, analytical, and negotiation skillsAbility to manage multiple tenders simultaneouslyProficiency in estimating software and Microsoft ExcelExperience working with national or regional housebuilders preferredFull UK driving licenceHNC/HND or degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction, or Civil Engineering desirableWhat you get in return:Competitive salary of £65,000 - £75,000 depending on experienceExcellent package including car allowance/company car, pension, bonus scheme, and holidaysOpportunity to join a well-established and growing contractor with a strong reputationLong-term career progression and job stabilityExposure to major residential developments across the North WestSupportive and collaborative team environment with genuine autonomy and responsibilityApply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.INDCOMTPBN1_UKTJ