Estimator

Job Description Bennett & Game Recruitment are currently working with a well-established Civil Engineering and Earthworks Contractor who are seeking an experienced Estimator to join their head office team based in Ellesmere Port.This is an office-based role working standard office hours (08:00 - 17:00 Monday-Friday). The successful candidate will play a key role within the commercial team, reviewing tender documentation, preparing accurate cost plans, and coordinating supplier and subcontractor pricing to support competitive and compliant tender submissions.The role would suit an Estimator with experience in civil engineering, groundworks or earthworks projects, who is looking to join a growing contractor and contribute to the delivery of infrastructure and heavy civils schemes.Estimator Position OverviewReview and assess tender documentation, drawings and project specificationsCarry out site visits to gain a clear understanding of project requirements and constraintPrepare detailed cost plans covering labour, materials, plant and subcontractor packagesLiaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain and evaluate competitive quotationsMonitor market conditions, industry trends and material price movementsLead the preparation and submission of compliant tender documents within required deadlinesWork closely with procurement teams to confirm supplier pricing and material sourcing strategiesSupport the pre-construction team by confirming scope, logistics and pricing considerationsEstimator Position RequirementsMinimum 5 years' experience within an Estimating roleExperience estimating groundworks and/or earthworks projectsBackground in civil engineering or infrastructure projectsStrong understanding of construction drawings, specifications and tender documentationGood communication and negotiation skills when liaising with suppliers and subcontractorBennett 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. JBRP1_UKTJ

Created: 2026-03-12