Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
We are seeking an experienced Estimator / Quantity Surveyor to join our team in a dual-role position, supporting the successful delivery of civil engineering projects from tender stage through to final account.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded professional who is confident in both estimating and quantity surveying and is looking to play a key role within a growing business.
The Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates and managing the commercial aspects of projects throughout their lifecycle.
Key duties include:
* Preparing detailed estimates and tender submissions for civil engineering projects
* Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation
* Obtaining and assessing subcontractor and supplier quotations
* Producing cost plans, budgets and pricing schedules
* Contract administration and commercial management of projects
* Valuations, variations and cost reporting
* Managing subcontractor accounts and payments
* Preparing and negotiating final accounts
* Identifying commercial risks and opportunities
* Working closely with operational teams to ensure projects remain on budget and programme
Requirements
* Minimum 5 years' experience in both estimating and quantity surveying within the civil engineering sector
* Strong understanding of civil engineering methods, contracts and commercial processes
* Experience pricing and managing a range of infrastructure and groundworks projects
* Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
* Excellent numerical, analytical and negotiation skills
* Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and estimating/commercial software
* Full UK driving licence preferred
What We Offer
* Competitive salary package
* Long-term career development opportunities
* Supportive and collaborative working environment
* Opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of civil engineering projects
* Stable and growing business with an excellent pipeline of work
Salary description
£40000.00 - £70000.00 per year