Estimator / Quantity Surveyor - Civil Engineering

Estimator / Quantity Surveyor (Dual Role)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

We are seeking an experienced Estimator / Quantity Surveyor to join our team in a dual-role position, supporting the successful delivery of civil engineering projects from tender stage through to final account.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded professional who is confident in both estimating and quantity surveying and is looking to play a key role within a growing business.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates and managing the commercial aspects of projects throughout their lifecycle.

Key duties include:

* Preparing detailed estimates and tender submissions for civil engineering projects

* Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation

* Obtaining and assessing subcontractor and supplier quotations

* Producing cost plans, budgets and pricing schedules

* Contract administration and commercial management of projects

* Valuations, variations and cost reporting

* Managing subcontractor accounts and payments

* Preparing and negotiating final accounts

* Identifying commercial risks and opportunities

* Working closely with operational teams to ensure projects remain on budget and programme

Requirements

* Minimum 5 years' experience in both estimating and quantity surveying within the civil engineering sector

* Strong understanding of civil engineering methods, contracts and commercial processes

* Experience pricing and managing a range of infrastructure and groundworks projects

* Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications

* Excellent numerical, analytical and negotiation skills

* Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities

* Proficient in Microsoft Office and estimating/commercial software

* Full UK driving licence preferred

What We Offer

* Competitive salary package

* Long-term career development opportunities

* Supportive and collaborative working environment

* Opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of civil engineering projects

* Stable and growing business with an excellent pipeline of work
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed