Estimator

Are you an experienced Civil Engineering Estimator looking to join a leading infrastructure contractor delivering major rail and civil engineering projects across Scotland?

We're recruiting for an Estimator to join a growing pre-construction team, pricing a diverse range of infrastructure projects including rail, highways, bridges, stations, utilities and environmental works.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of an established contractor with a strong pipeline of secured work and long-term frameworks.

The Role

Reporting into the Pre-Construction team, you'll be responsible for producing accurate, competitive estimates from first principles while working closely with operational, commercial and supply chain teams.

You'll play a key role in securing new business by preparing high-quality tenders for projects across Scotland.

Responsibilities

• Prepare competitive estimates from first principles.

• Manage tenders from receipt through to submission.

• Measure quantities from drawings and specifications.

• Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations.

• Price labour, plant, materials and temporary works.

• Assess project risks and opportunities.

• Prepare tender reports and supporting documentation.

• Attend tender review meetings with senior management.

• Liaise with commercial, operational and design teams throughout the bid process.

About You

You'll ideally have:

• Previous experience as an Estimator within Civil Engineering.

• Experience pricing infrastructure projects including rail, highways, bridges, utilities or general civils.

• Strong First Principles estimating experience.

• Excellent commercial awareness.

• Experience using estimating software together with Excel.

• Strong communication and organisational skills.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary.

• Company car or car allowance.

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service.

• Pension scheme.

• Life assurance.

• Health Cash Plan.

• Employee rewards programme.

• Ongoing training and career progression.

• Long-term career opportunities within a successful infrastructure contractor.

This permanent vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Benjamin Grace Limited who are operating as an Employment Agency.