Senior Estimator

Bennett and Game are working with a leading groundworks and remediation contractor based near Leeds, delivering construction projects ranging from £100,000 to £20 million. Our client places community and culture at the heart of their business, promoting safety, sustainability, and diversity. The successful candidate will join a growing and motivated team that shares the company's vision and goals.

Estimating & Cost Analysis

• Produce detailed and precise cost estimates for civil engineering projects, including remediation, groundworks, drainage, and infrastructure.
• Analyse project plans, specifications, and relevant documentation to determine labour, plant, and material costs, ensuring an accurate and comprehensive programme.
• Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations to guarantee alignment with project requirements and cost efficiency.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments, identifying potential challenges and opportunities. Provide risk mitigation strategies and value engineering recommendations as required.

Collaboration & Communication

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the estimating process, addressing queries and presenting proposals.
• Maintain strong client relationships following proposal submissions, gaining insight into project constraints and positioning our offering accordingly.
• Lead the contract handover process upon project award, ensuring a seamless transition by briefing the Operations Team on project specifics.

Senior Estimator Job Requirements

• In-depth knowledge of all aspects of civil engineering and groundworks for residential and industrial development sites, from site investigation through to infrastructure works.
• A minimum of 10 years' experience in an estimating role within the civil engineering or groundworks sector.
• Strong expertise in civil engineering processes, materials, and cost structures.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel, along with take-off/measuring software and project management tools.

Senior Estimator Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £70,000 - £80,000
• A collaborative and supportive work environment within a highly respected and growing company.
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A competitive salary package that reflects experience and expertise.

Bennett 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.We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.