Estimator

Atkins Search have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Estimator to join a specialist civil and construction contractor based in Derby.

Our client has an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality civil engineering and construction projects across a variety of sectors. Their expertise spans retail and commercial developments, energy infrastructure, waste management facilities, industrial projects, potable water and effluent treatment systems, as well as flood defence and environmental works.

As an Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing and submitting tenders and budgets, ensuring competitiveness and alignment with client requirements. You will also provide guidance to junior staff when needed and build strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal departments.

Day to day, your Estimating responsibilities will include preparing and submitting tenders and budgets, including obtaining supporting quotations for subcontract work, materials and plant. You will also supervise the work of junior staff, when required.

• Analyse enquiry documentation, develop detailed estimates, and ensure compliance with tender requirements and company procedures.
• Visit sites to assess factors such as access, utilities, and other cost-influencing conditions.
• Work closely with contracts, procurement, and design teams to deliver effective construction methods and accurate pricing.
• Ensure construction methods adhere to current legislation and company health and safety policies.
• Maintain company standards and confidentiality while identifying opportunities for additional business.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Estimator looking to join a collaborative, established contractor, working on unique, dynamic and interesting projects.

• Experience in preparing competitive tenders and budgets in civil engineering
• 5 to10 years of Estimating experience in the same or associated sectors
• UK driving licence
• NEC contract experience
• Strong knowledge of construction methods and regulations.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to mentor and supervise junior staff effectively.
• A proactive and detail-oriented approach to problem-solving.

You will be joining an established team, with opportunities to progress as the business continues to grow.

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Company Car or Car Allowance
• Flexible hours
• Bonus scheme
• Excellent pension contribution
• Generous holiday allowance
• Private health insurance
• Proactive approach to continued development, training and seminars
• Reimbursement of Professional Fee to a recognised body (e.g. RICS, ICE, CIPS, CIOB, or similar)
• Company mobile phone & laptop

Atkins Search act as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We specialise in Construction, Consultancy, Residential and Infrastructure recruitment, and service in the East and West Midlands, South Yorkshire, Staffordshire, Lincolnshire, Peterborough, and Northern Home Counties regions.