Construction Cost Controller (Permanent)

Job Description Civils Cost Engineer Leeds – Hybrid Type: Permanent Salary: Competitive + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits We have an exciting opportunity for a Civils Cost Engineer to join our team, supporting the delivery of accurate and competitive cost estimates across a diverse portfolio of construction projects. You’ll be instrumental in strengthening bid competitiveness and enabling informed commercial decision-making. Working closely with estimating, commercial, procurement, and project delivery teams, you will help ensure all tenders are accurate, compliant, and aligned with business objectives. Producing accurate take-offs and Bills of Quantities for building and civils works Reviewing tender documentation and raising technical and commercial queries with clients Analysing and adjudicating subcontractor and supplier quotations to build robust prime costs Identifying and evaluating project risks and opportunities within estimates Assisting with handover of tender information to project delivery teams post-award Has 3–5 years’ experience working for a main or principal contractor in an estimating or commercial role Has experience in building and civils estimating Understands construction methodologies, cost drivers, and risk management Design, commercial, or procurement background Relevant design or commercial qualifications We’re committed to supporting our people and offer a flexible and competitive benefits package, including: Car/Car allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (including counselling and legal advice) Flexible benefits such as Dental Insurance, Gym Membership, Travel Insurance, and Cycle to Work scheme Ongoing personal development and training opportunities If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.  We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training.  Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies.  Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be. #…