Summary
An exciting opportunity for a Building & Civils Cost Engineer to join a growing work‑winning and estimating team, supporting the delivery of complex construction and infrastructure projects across the business.
Working closely with the Cost Manager and wider commercial, operational, procurement, and engineering teams, you’ll play a key role in developing accurate and competitive prime cost estimates from pre‑tender through to contract award. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys analysing technical information, building strong supply chain relationships, and influencing successful bid outcomes within a collaborative environment.
The role offers a blend of office, hybrid, and project engagement, with opportunities to work across a varied portfolio of civils and building projects.
Location: Flexible/Hybrid. Contract: Permanent. Salary: Competitive + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits.
Responsibilities
- Producing accurate take‑offs, measurements, and bills of quantities for civils and building works
- Reviewing tender documentation and identifying technical or commercial queries
- Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain and assess competitive quotations
- Supporting the preparation of robust and commercially competitive prime cost estimates
- Identifying project risks and opportunities and supporting mitigation strategies during tender stages
- Collaborating with operational, procurement, and commercial teams to strengthen bid submissions
- Interpreting architectural drawings, specifications, and project requirements to support accurate costing
- Assisting with tender adjudication, submission, and project handover activities following contract award
- Maintaining awareness of market trends, pricing levels, and supply chain conditions to support competitive estimating
Qualifications
We’re looking for a commercially aware and detail‑focused individual who enjoys working collaboratively and thrives in a fast‑paced tendering environment. You’ll be someone who can confidently analyse information, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and proactively contribute ideas that strengthen project outcomes.
- Preparing estimates, take‑offs, and bills of quantities within a construction or infrastructure environment
- Working for a main contractor, principal contractor, or within a commercial/estimating function
- Interpreting technical drawings and specifications for civils and building projects
- Engaging with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain and assess quotations
- Identifying commercial risks and opportunities within tender submissions
- Working collaboratively across estimating, procurement, operational, and commercial teams
- Managing deadlines and producing accurate work within tight timescales
- Strong communication, analytical, and organisational skills
- GCSE English and Maths Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)
Benefits
- Car/Car Allowance
- Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle)
- 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays with an option to buy/sell additional days
- Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution
- Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days
- Private Medical Insurance
- Life Assurance
- Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and wellbeing (including counselling sessions and legal advice)
- Flexible benefits to choose from including Dental Insurance, Gym Membership, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance and Tax Free Bikes
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