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.

• 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)

• 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

• 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

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