Estimator - Civil Engineering
| Posting date: | 20 November 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 December 2025 |
| Location: | Leicester, Leicestershire, LE1 1QH |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4745859_1763661093 |
Summary
Your new company
You will be joining a well-established and forward-thinking civil engineering contractor based in Leicester with a strong reputation for delivering complex projects across the UK. Operating across a multitude of different sectors, this multi-accredited contractor is committed to excellence and offers a supportive environment where your expertise will make a real impact. As part of their continued growth, they are actively seeking an Estimator to join their pre-construction team.
This is a full-time permanent position based in their Leicester office with the option for flexible working.
Your new role
As an Estimator, you will play a pivotal role in the success of the pre-construction process. You will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates for a range of projects, ensuring competitiveness while maintaining profitability. Key duties include:
- Reviewing tender documents and specifications to develop detailed cost plans
- Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations
- Analysing risks and opportunities to provide clear recommendations
- Working closely with project managers and commercial teams to ensure bids are aligned with client requirements
- Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of market rates and industry trends.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys contributing to high-profile projects.
What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful, you will have:
- Proven experience as an Estimator within civil engineering
- Sound understanding of tendering processes and cost analysis
- Proficiency in estimating software (e.g. CostX, Bluebeam or similar tools) and Microsoft Office applications
- Excellent numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail
- Full UK driving licence.
What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:
- Negotiable starting salary (dependent on experience)
- Company car or allowance
- Fuel card
- Holiday leave entitlement plus bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Flexible working
- Private healthcare
- Profit-share scheme
- 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.
Please note - this contractor does not hold a licence for sponsored work visas.
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