At a Glance
- Tasks: Create accurate cost estimates for exciting highway projects and collaborate with diverse teams.
- Company: Respected contractor in Wolverhampton with a strong reputation for quality and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, company car, 25 days leave, pension, and private healthcare.
- Other info: Flexible working options and tailored training for career growth.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and work on high-profile projects while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in estimating or quantity surveying in highways or civil engineering required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 50000 £ per year.
You will be joining a well-established and highly respected contractor based in Wolverhampton operating within the highways industry. This multi-accredited contractor delivers projects directly for both private and public sector clients, and has a strong reputation for quality, technical expertise and innovation. They have a strong pipeline of work and offer excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development. As part of their continued growth, they are actively seeking an Estimator to join their pre-contract team. This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Wolverhampton office with hybrid and flexible working.
As an Estimator, you will play a key role within the estimating function, producing accurate and competitive cost estimates for highway projects. Working closely with engineering, design, commercial and project delivery teams, you will ensure tender submissions are commercially robust and technically compliant.
- Preparing detailed cost estimates covering materials, labour, plant and subcontractor packages
- Identifying project risks, opportunities, exclusions and value engineering solutions
- Collaborating with design, engineering, project management and commercial teams throughout the bid process
- Supporting the successful handover of awarded projects to delivery teams
Previous experience estimating or quantity surveying within the highways or civil engineering industries is required. A full UK driving licence is also necessary.
Starting salary up to £50,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience) with benefits including:
- Company car or car allowance
- 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
- Pension
- Bonus eligibility
- Life assurance
- Private healthcare
- Company share-save scheme
- Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects
- Tailored training and career development opportunities
- Opportunity to grow and progress your career with an industry-recognised contractor
Estimator - Highways (contract) in Birmingham employer: Hays
Join a well-established and highly respected contractor in Wolverhampton, where you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering high-quality highway projects. With a strong focus on employee growth, the company offers tailored training, flexible working arrangements, and a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive salary, private healthcare, and opportunities for career progression within a supportive work culture. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the highways industry while enjoying a rewarding work environment.
