Estimating Supervisor

Colas Ltd are a UK subsidiary of the global Colas Group, which operates in over 50 countries worldwide and employs over 55,000 people including over 1500 in the UK across multiple sites. We are specialists in highways construction and have been involved in large-scale UK and international construction projects within the highways, airfields, and marine sectors as well as offering highways maintenance services and manufacturing our own innovative surfacing products. We hold a 'Gold Investor in People' award for continuously developing and rewarding our employees, offering excellent career potential.  

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The Estimating Quantity Surveyor (Estimating QS) based at our Grantham depot is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for highways and civil engineering projects. Reporting to the Business Unit Lead, you will combine detailed quantity take-offs with commercial governance to produce compliant tender submissions, manage risks, engage the supply chain, and ensure clear handover to delivery teams. The role supports the One Colas culture of safety, ethics, and continuous improvement.

You will analyse tender documents, carry out quantity take-offs, develop pricing from first principles, and prepare preliminaries and risk registers. Working closely with design, operations, and supply chain teams, you will negotiate quotes and propose value engineering solutions. You will ensure compliance with Colas governance, prepare commercial handovers, support cost planning and contract strategies, and contribute to contract and risk management. Effective communication with stakeholders, maintaining accurate documentation, and promoting safety and process improvements are also key parts of this role.

We seek a candidate with an HND or degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction or Civil Engineering, ideally working towards professional membership (RICS/CIOB/ICES). You will have at least two years’ relevant experience in highways or civil engineering estimating, be skilled in first principles estimating and supply chain engagement, and hold a valid CSCS card and UK driving licence. Strong technical knowledge, commercial awareness, planning skills, and clear communication are essential, along with a commitment to ethical working and safety culture.

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Here at Colas, we offer a great total compensation package, including:

• A salary of circa £45,000 to £60,000 per annum plus company car or allowance.

• Our Colas Pension Scheme has combined contributions of up to 10%

• Life Assurance Scheme, which is x4 basic salary

• 25 days annual leave per year + Public Holidays

• Holiday Purchase & Selling Scheme

• Hybrid Working Scheme (dependent on the role)

• Opportunities to study towards a fully funded Professional Qualification

• Ongoing personal/professional development

• Discounts on car leasing, holidays, cinema tickets, restaurants and much more through our online employee benefits portal