Estimator, Construction, Building & Residential Construction

Groundworks Estimator | Hitchin, Hertfordshire | c.£60,000 DOE | Permanent | Mon–Fri 08:00–17:00 (ad hoc WFH by agreement)

DARA People are recruiting on behalf of a growing contractor delivering groundworks packages across Bucks, Herts, Essex, Cambridgeshire and Bedfordshire. Typical tender values range from £100k to £5m, with an average secured value around £1m. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Groundworks Estimator to take ownership of pricing and tender submissions for relationship-led, repeat client enquiries.

The role will suit a Groundworks Estimator who is confident producing accurate take-offs, building up rates, and working closely with commercial and operational teams to win work profitably.

Responsibilities

* Take-offs from drawings and specifications

* Build-up rates for labour, plant and materials

* Supplier and subcontractor enquiries, comparisons and selection

* Prepare and submit full tender submission packs

* Site visits to support tendering and validate scope

* Value engineering options and alternative proposals

* Attend client meetings/bid discussions when required

* Pre-start and handover meetings to support delivery teams

* Assist QS team with monthly cost/value reporting (QS leads; estimator supports)

* Manage tender deadlines (typically 2–4 weeks depending on size)

Requirements

* Proven experience as a Groundworks Estimator (groundworks/civils/earthworks)

* Experience pricing tenders up to £5m and producing submission packs

* Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail

* Confident communicating with clients, suppliers and subcontractors

* Good IT skills (Excel and tender documentation)

* CCS Candy beneficial but not essential (training can be provided)

* Driving licence preferred due to regional site visits

Package and benefits

* Salary circa £60,000 dependent on experience

* 28 days holiday including bank/public holidays

* Standard employer pension contribution

* Discretionary bonus based on overall business safety and financial outcomes

* Phone and laptop provided

* Vitality Personal Health Care Scheme

* Mileage or vehicle provision to be confirmed

How to apply

If you’re a Groundworks Estimator looking for a permanent role based in Hitchin, Hertfordshire, apply via CV-Library and we’ll be in touch.

Equal opportunities recruiter. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK