Estimators Required - All levels
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 17 Medi 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £30,000.0 i £85,000.0 bob blwyddyn |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | DOE + Car/Allowance |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 24 Medi 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Leeds, West Yorkshire, ls1 8tw |
| Cwmni: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 4725154_1758106465 |
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Experienced Civils Estimators required - All levels - Permanent - Leeds - Water Framework - Civils - Graduate - Senior
Your new company
You will be joining a civil engineering contractor based in Leeds operating within the water industry. This multi-accredited and established contractor has a strong pipeline of work in the water industry, delivering infrastructure schemes, and offers excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development. Due to continued success, they are seeking experienced Water Estimators to join their team from Graduate level to Senior.
These are full-time permanent positions based out of their Leeds office with hybrid working (3 days' office/site, 2 days' remote).
Your new role
As an Estimator, you will be responsible for, but not limited to:
- Preparing detailed cost estimates, including materials, labour, equipment and subcontractor costs
- Assisting in the preparation of competitive bids to allow final review
- Performing quantity take-offs of civil works (structures, earthworks, pipelines etc.) from design plans
- Analysing potential risks, challenges and uncertainties during the estimation process and incorporating contingency plans or pricing
- Collaborating with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive pricing for materials and services
- Ensuring all estimates comply with local regulations, safety standards and project requirements
- Suggesting cost-effective alternatives and value engineering strategies
- Coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure clarity of scope, costs and timelines.
What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful, you must have:
- Minimum 3 years' experience in cost estimation, with familiarity with water infrastructure or heavy civil construction
- Sound understanding of construction methods, water infrastructure components, material and labour costs
- Proficiency in estimating software (e.g. CostX, Bluebeam or similar tools)
- Strong negotiation and communication skills
- Full UK driving licence.
What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:
- Starting salary from £30000 - £85000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience)
- Minimum 28 days' annual leave (option to buy/sell additional days) plus bank holidays
- Company car or car allowance
- Fuel card
- Hybrid working (3 days' office/site, 2 days' remote)
- Performance-based bonus
- Life assurance
- Private medical insurance
- Enhanced family-friendly benefits
- Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects
- Continuous training and development
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Opportunity to grow and progress your career with an industry-leading contractor and more.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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