At a Glance
- Tasks: Shape the future of sustainable construction by estimating high-profile projects.
- Company: Join Holcim, a leader in innovative building solutions since 1858.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, bonus, 25 days holiday, and enhanced family benefits.
- Other info: Flexible hybrid working model with opportunities for career progression.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on infrastructure while working in a collaborative environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in estimating within civil engineering and proficiency in industry-standard software.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
We are leaders in supplying innovative, sustainable building solutions to the UK construction industry; building progress for people and the planet. Since 1858, we’ve helped shape the UK; powering the construction of homes and hospitals, roads and railways, schools and cities alike. Our mission is to make sustainable construction a reality, through purposeful action that tackles real carbon and climate challenges. We are dedicated to helping Britain grow and thrive - by doing the right thing, doing it together, and making a difference.
Holcim UK Company Benefits:
- Competitive Salary, plus bonus, 25 days holiday + your local bank holidays (with options to increase) and other benefits.
- Be valued and supported, working as part of a highly respected team in a business that has a huge focus on Health & Safety.
- Enhanced family benefits, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
- Free 24/7 remote GP service for you and your household, offering medical advice, prescriptions, referrals, and same-day appointments.
- Opportunities for career progression both at home and abroad.
- Join our affinity groups selected by and populated by our employees which bring together employees with similar backgrounds and interests.
The Opportunity:
Are you looking to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow with a global leader in sustainable building solutions? Holcim is seeking a talented Estimator or Senior Estimator - Civils & Infrastructure to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in securing high-profile off-highway surfacing projects, spanning everything from major distribution centres to vital school infrastructure. Working within a collaborative, forward-thinking environment, you will prepare comprehensive "first principle" estimates, analyse detailed tender documentation, and manage our bid pipeline to the highest professional standards. This is a permanent position offering a modern hybrid working model, with flexibility across our Marlow and Bardon Hill locations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work Winning & Tendering: Analyse drawings, specifications, and Bills of Quantities (BoQ) to identify project requirements, source competitive subcontractor quotations, and provide seamless project handovers to commercial teams.
- Commercial Support: Support the achievement of monthly tonnage and margin targets, participate in technical value engineering discussions with Tier 1 and Tier 2 partners, and precision-price projects using current material and labour cost data.
- Relationship Management: Build strong connections with pre-construction teams and end-clients (such as developers and education authorities), while collaborating closely with internal operations teams to manage site-specific risks.
- Pipeline Management: Utilise Salesforce CRM to track progress, support Business Development Managers in identifying new opportunities, and ensure all tender deadlines are met smoothly.
Who you are:
- Experienced Professional: Estimating experience within the surfacing or civil engineering sector, ideally with a proven track record of pricing industrial, retail, or education projects.
- Technical Expert: Highly proficient in industry-standard estimating software (such as Causeway, Candy, or advanced Excel systems) and possess the ability to perform accurate digital take-offs from construction drawings.
- Industry Knowledgeable: Strong understanding of asphalt materials (BS EN 13108) and the Manual of Contract Documents for Highway Works (MCHW).
- Contractually Aware: Familiar with JCT and NEC4 contract suites, particularly regarding subcontracting terms.
- Excellent Communicator: Possess top-tier communication skills, with the ability to confidently translate complex, technical pricing data into clear insights for non-technical stakeholders.
- Results-Oriented: Thrive under pressure, maintain an analytical mindset, and enjoy collaborating with wider commercial teams to secure successful outcomes.
We are committed to building a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.
Estimator/ Senior Estimator in Marlow employer: Holcim
Holcim is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises innovation and sustainability in the construction industry. As a Sales Associate, you will benefit from comprehensive training and development opportunities, fostering your professional growth while contributing to meaningful projects that make a positive impact on the environment. Located in the UK, Holcim provides a collaborative atmosphere where employees are encouraged to share ideas and drive change, making it a rewarding place to build your career.