At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare cost estimates and tenders for exciting civil engineering projects.
- Company: Join a leading Civil Engineering contractor in Canterbury with a focus on growth.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, car allowance, and 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with genuine career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Gain valuable experience and mentorship while contributing to impactful projects.
- Qualifications: Previous estimating experience in civil engineering or related fields is preferred.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
Civil Estimator Canterbury, Kent £50,000 - £60,000 + £490pcm Car Allowance + Pension + Training + Career Progression Job Ref: SL47147
Bennett & Game are proud to be representing a leading Civil Engineering and Groundworks contractor based in Canterbury, who are seeking an Estimator to join their growing commercial team.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a business that has experienced significant growth over the past 12 months and continues to invest heavily in its people.
Working alongside an experienced Senior Estimator, you'll play a key role in preparing competitive tenders across a varied portfolio of civil engineering, groundworks and drainage projects, while benefiting from genuine long-term career progression and funded professional development.
Estimator Job Overview
Prepare accurate cost estimates and tender submissions for civil engineering, groundworks and drainage projects.
Complete quantity take-offs from drawings and tender documentation.
Produce Bills of Quantities using estimating software and Microsoft Excel.
Liaise with engineering, procurement, commercial and operational teams throughout the tender process.
Obtain and review subcontractor and supplier quotations to ensure competitive pricing.
Assist in developing tender strategies and compiling submission documentation.
Support the handover of successful tenders to project delivery teams.
Maintain labour, plant and material cost databases.
Work closely with an experienced Senior Estimator, gaining valuable mentoring and career development.
Estimator Job Requirements
Previous estimating experience within Civil Engineering, Groundworks, Drainage or Infrastructure projects.
Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering background would be advantageous.
Experience producing competitive tenders and completing quantity take-offs.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and estimating software.
Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments.
Full UK Driving Licence.
Commutable to the Canterbury area.
Estimator Salary & Benefits
£50,000 - £60,000 DOE. £490 per month Car Allowance. 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays.
Company pension scheme.
Ongoing training and funded professional development.
Genuine opportunities for career progression within a rapidly expanding business.
Supportive, collaborative and relaxed working environment.
Office-based during probation, with increased flexibility as the business continues to develop Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.
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