Estimator, Engineering, Civil Engineering

Estimator – Civil Engineering

Location:

Wakefield (with travel to sites across the UK)*
* Salary:  £50k - £55k + car allowance + bonus + benefits*
* About the Opportunity

This is a strong opportunity to join a leading civils and earthworks contractor, a respected specialist in delivering enabling works, demolition, civil engineering, and brownfield remediation services across the UK.
As an Estimator, you'll be part of a technically capable, commercially aware team known for tackling complex, multi-phase regeneration and infrastructure schemes. From contaminated land and ground engineering to major site preparation and earthworks, you'll contribute to projects that prepare land for safe, sustainable development.

The culture is professional yet practical – your input will be valued, your ideas heard, and the impact of your work visible on high-profile sites. The business continues to grow steadily and has a well-established record of internal progression, alongside structured support for training and professional development.

Operations and Services

Based on internal contractor and business development mapping documents, the contractor is recognised as a Tier 1 / major remediation contractor, delivering large-scale soil and groundwater remediation projects across the country. Their activities span:

Environmental and geotechnical investigation follow-ups

In-situ and ex-situ remediation solutions

Site clearance and enabling works

Waste management and treatment

Project management for complex remediation schemes

Their integrated systems reflect a strong focus on safety, quality, and environmental compliance, aligning with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards

Role Overview

As an Estimator, you’ll play a key role in securing future work across remediation, earthworks, and infrastructure schemes. This is not a purely desk-based role — you'll work closely with engineers, delivery teams, and clients to develop accurate, practical tenders that reflect real site conditions and buildability.
It’s a position suited to someone who values technical variety, enjoys problem-solving, and takes pride in seeing tenders develop into successful, live projects. You’ll be part of a collaborative, supportive team where initiative is encouraged, and where the structured approach of a larger contractor is balanced with the agility and personal touch of a specialist business.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare accurate cost estimates, bills of quantities, and tender submissions for civil, utilities, and infrastructure works

Review drawings, specifications, and ground investigation data to assess scope and risk

Work with design, delivery, and operational teams to refine methodology and pricing

Obtain and assess subcontractor and supplier quotations

Maintain cost databases and benchmarking information

Identify commercial and technical risks and recommend mitigation measures

Support bid reviews, negotiations, and pre-contract handovers

What We’re Looking For

Degree, HNC or HND in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or Construction Management

Experience in estimating within civil engineering, utilities, remediation, or earthworks

Strong commercial awareness and understanding of cost and risk management

Confident user of estimating software and Excel

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel when required

Package & Benefits

​​​​​​​£50k - ​​​​​​​£55k salary depending on experience

Car allowance or company vehicle

Annual performance bonus

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension contributions and private healthcare

Ongoing training and development with clear career progression

Exposure to major infrastructure and regeneration projects

To Apply

Send your CV or contact Daniel Lewis