Highways Graduate Estimator

Graduate Estimator - Highways & Infrastructure - Northampton

Are you looking to start your career as a Graduate Estimator within the highways and infrastructure sector? This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to join a growing civil engineering contractor where you will gain hands‑on experience supporting the preparation of competitive tenders for highways and infrastructure projects.

My client is seeking a driven Graduate Estimator who is keen to develop their commercial and technical knowledge within a supportive team environment. As a Graduate Estimator, you will work alongside experienced professionals and gain exposure to the full tendering lifecycle, helping you build a strong foundation for a long‑term career in civil engineering and infrastructure.

My client is a well‑established civil engineering contractor delivering a wide range of highways and infrastructure projects across the UK. They are recognised for delivering high‑quality schemes and for investing in the development of their people. Joining as a Graduate Estimator will give you the opportunity to learn from experienced estimators and commercial specialists while contributing to meaningful infrastructure projects.

As a Graduate Estimator, you will play a key supporting role within the commercial and pre‑construction team. You will be developing your knowledge of estimating while contributing to the preparation of tenders for highways and infrastructure works.

In this role you will be doing the following:

• Assisting with the preparation of cost estimates and tender submissions for highways and civil engineering projects.
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation to understand project requirements.
• Supporting the measurement and quantification of materials, labour and plant requirements.
• Obtaining and analysing quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Working closely with senior estimators to help develop competitive pricing strategies.
• Maintaining organised records of tender documentation and cost data.
• Supporting the commercial and project teams during the pre‑construction phase.

To succeed as a Graduate Estimator, you will ideally demonstrate the following:

• A degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related discipline with a minimum 2:1 classification.
• Strong A‑Level results with grades B or above.
• Excellent numerical, analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and an organised approach to work.
• An interest in developing a career within the highways and infrastructure sector.

• Salary up to £32,000, dependent on experience.
• Opportunity to gain hands‑on experience across highways and infrastructure projects.
• Supportive team environment with mentoring from experienced estimators.
• Exposure to the full tendering and pre‑construction process.
• Long‑term career development opportunities within the business.

This Graduate Estimator role is office‑based in Northampton, offering an excellent opportunity to develop your technical and commercial skills early in your career. My client is committed to supporting professional development and progression, giving you the opportunity to grow into more senior estimating or commercial roles over time.

If you are looking to begin your career as a Graduate Estimator and want to gain valuable experience within the highways and infrastructure sector, please get in touch or submit your CV to be considered.

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Contact:
Jordan Townley, Carrington West –  or email Jord