Estimator

Estimator
 
Small-Scale Highways Projects
 
Who We Are:
Our client, a leading contractor in the Midlands, is committed to making a significant impact in local communities. With a focus on dynamic design and infrastructure projects, they are passionate about delivering effective solutions for Nottinghamshire's highways. As they continue to grow, they are seeking talented individuals to join their team and contribute to impactful projects across the region.
 
The Role:
As an Estimator, you will be a key part of the pre-construction team, ensuring the efficient pricing and estimation of small-scale highways projects, including junction improvements, road widening, drainage upgrades, and resurfacing works. Your responsibilities will cover procurement, estimating, and quantity surveying for works valued between £50k and £1.5m.
 
What You'll Do:
 
·Attend Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) meetings with Designers, Contract Agents, and external clients to assess requirements for labour, plant, and materials.
 
·Price tenders, quotations, estimates, and target prices for engineering projects using manual calculations and electronic systems.
 
·Obtain quotes for materials and specialist works from suppliers and subcontractors.
 
·Act as the main point of contact for external clients following successful bids.
 
·Process Project Change Control forms and ensure up-to-date projected costs are communicated to Project Engineers or Clients.
 
·Maintain the Estimating Register, providing timely updates to the Estimating Manager.
 
What We're Seeking:
 
·NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in Building, Highways, or Civil Engineering, with practical experience and working knowledge.
 
·Strong ICT skills, with experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and estimating software.
 
·Proven experience in providing information to and liaising with both internal and external customers, either in person, via email, or over the phone.
 
·Ability to plan and prioritise workload effectively, with excellent communication skills.
 
·Full UK Driving Licence.
 
What's On Offer:
 
·Competitive salary: £40,000-£49,000 (dependent on experience)
 
·Comprehensive benefits package, including pension scheme and 25 days' holiday + bank holidays.
 
·Opportunities for career progression within a growing, dynamic team.
 
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
 
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Adam Butler at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information.
 
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