Groundworks Estimator

A well-established and employee-owned civil engineering contractor, is looking to appoint an Estimator to join their growing team Chorley, covering projects across the North West. This is an excellent opportunity for a civils or groundworks estimator to join a financially robust contractor with over 30 years' presence in the region, a strong track record with major UK housebuilders, and a long-term pipeline of repeat business.



As an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) business, the company gives its staff a direct stake in the company's success - offering more than just job security: shared rewards, a supportive team culture, and genuine career development.



You will work as part of a collaborative and experienced estimating team, preparing competitive tenders for a wide range of roads, sewers, drainage, and groundworks packages on major housing developments.



Groundworks Estimator Salary & Benefits



Salary: £35,000-£65,000 depending on experience

Employee Ownership Scheme and long-term profit share (6-10% historically)

Company Car / Allowance

Pension scheme,

28 day holidays 1 more every year

Career development support



Groundworks Estimator Job Overview



Reviewing tender drawings, specifications, and ground investigation reports

Conducting take-offs and building estimates using 2D/3D software

Pricing works including adoptable highways (S278/S38), sewers (S104), earthworks and substructures

Engaging with suppliers and subcontractors for quotations

Liaising with operational teams and Contracts Managers to validate outputs and build-ups

Preparing Bills of Quantities and adjudication documentation for internal review



Groundworks Estimator Job Requirements



Looking for either 2+ years' experience up to a more accomplished Estimator

Experience estimating civils or groundworks packages for residential or infrastructure projects

Good understanding of housing infrastructure, including adoptable works, drainage, and substructure

Experience with Roads & Sewers, Groundworks, S.278 works, etc.

Strong take-off and measurement skills

Ability to build rates from first principles

Working knowledge of estimating software (e.g. Causeway, ConQuest) and confident use of Excel

A collaborative mindset and excellent communication skillsBennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.



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