Estimator
| Posting date: | 15 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £60,000.0 to £75,000.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £60,000 - £75,000 plus package |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 January 2026 |
| Location: | Preston, Lancashire, PR1 3NU |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4761904_1768495512 |
Summary
A leading civil engineering contractor is looking for an Estimator to join their growing team in Preston. With a strong pipeline of work and projects typically ranging from £500k to £20m, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a supportive, award‑winning business that genuinely invests in its people.
The Role
- Analyse tender information and assess construction methods, risks and opportunities
- Price civil engineering works from first principles (earthworks, drainage, ducting, paving)
- Prepare construction programmes/sequencing (ASTA training available)
- Manage subcontract enquiries and evaluate supply chain responses
- Compile net cost estimates and present at internal adjudications
- Coordinate bid inputs and contribute to winning tender strategies
- Ensure timely, compliant tender submissions
About You
- Strong estimating experience within civil engineering
- Ability to measure quantities, set bills and work independently
- Understanding of bid writing and building competitive quotations
- Knowledge of Conquest desirable
- Good communication skills and confidence working to deadlines
- Transferable construction estimating experience also considered.
What's on Offer
- £60k - £75k salary depending on experience
- Company car/allowance (hybrid & electric options)
- 26 days holiday + bank holidays, rising with service
- 6.5% employer pension contribution
- BUPA options, income protection & enhanced family leave
- Hybrid working and flexible diary management
- Onsite gym, Company Doctor & 24/7 Virtual GP
- Extensive training, development and genuine progression opportunities
What to do next?
Should this role be for you, please send the CV or call 01772 204428.
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