Estimator in Redditch

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SF Partners are supporting a growing South Birmingham based business who are looking to recruit an experienced Estimator. The role is site based with occasional travel, and offers development and progression as they continue to grow.

Salary: £40,000
Working pattern: full time Monday to Friday site based

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Estimator to join our growing surfacing and civil engineering team. The successful candidate will play a key role in pricing works accurately and competitively across a range of surfacing and highways projects, from small private schemes to large commercial and public-sector contracts.

Key Responsibilities

- Preparing accurate cost estimates for surfacing, resurfacing, and associated civil works
- Assessing tender enquiries, drawings, specifications, and bills of quantities
- Carrying out take-offs and material calculations
- Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations
- Identifying risks, opportunities, and value engineering options
- Submitting tenders within required deadlines
- Providing support to contracts and commercial teams during handover
- Attending site visits and pre-tender meetings where required

Requirements
- Proven experience as an Estimator within asphalt surfacing, highways, or civil engineering
- Strong understanding of surfacing materials, plant, and methodologies
- Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and contract documents
- Excellent numerical, analytical, and organisational skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and estimating software
- Strong communication skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tenders simultaneously

Desirable
- Experience pricing works for local authorities or frameworks
- Knowledge of NEC or other standard forms of contract
- Relevant construction or civil engineering qualification

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