Estimator / Senior Estimator - Civil Engineering - Glasgow

GRAHAM Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering firm in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Estimator/Senior Estimator. In this role, you will prepare project estimates, liaise with the Civils Bid Manager, and ensure tender submissions. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a thorough understanding of the civil engineering market. This permanent position offers benefits including a Pension and Private Medical Cover.

Benefits

Pension

Private Medical Cover

Life Assurance Scheme

Can Allowance

Qualifications

• Experience presenting tenders.
• Ability to work unsupervised.
• Temporary works pricing experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates within the Civil Engineering Division.
• Liaise with the Civils Bid Manager.
• Prepare and send out enquiries for materials.

Skills

Strong understanding of Civil Engineering market

Excellent communication skills

Ability to assess project risks

Competence in using estimating software

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

About The Role

Join Our Civil Engineering Team as an ESTIMATOR or SENIOR ESTIMATOR at GRAHAM!

Location: Glasgow, Scotland
Contract Type: Permanent
Division: Civil Engineering
Benefits: Can Allowance, Pension, Private Medical Cover, Life Assurance Scheme

About Us

At GRAHAM, we are committed to growth and innovation. As our business continues to expand, we are seeking an enthusiastic, dynamic, and experienced Estimator/Senior Estimator to join our Civil Engineering Division, with a focus on the Highways sector.

Your Role

As an Estimator / Senior Estimator, you will play a crucial role in preparing estimates within our Civil Engineering Division. Reporting to the Estimating Director, you will be responsible for:

• Liaising with the Civils Bid Manager on bid programmes and key dates.
• Checking tender documents and conditions of contract.
• Managing Assistant Estimators as needed.
• Preparing and sending out enquiries for materials and sub-contracts.
• Conducting site visits and preparing necessary documents.
• Pricing items in the Bill of Quantities (BoQ) and temporary works.
• Preparing adjudication sheets and reports.
• Ensuring timely submission of tender documents.
• Reporting tender results to the Estimating Director.

What We’re Looking For:

Technical Competencies

• Strong understanding of the Civil Engineering market, ideally with a contractor's background.
• Complete understanding of the estimating process.
• Excellent communication skills and experience presenting tenders.
• Ability to assess project risks and opportunities.
• Competence in using estimating software (training provided).
• Ability to work unsupervised and meet deadlines.

Desirable Skills

• Knowledge of the supply chain and construction programmes.
• Understanding of Mechanical & Electrical fields in Civil Engineering.
• Previous site experience and experience pricing marine projects.

Behavioural Competencies

• Effective communication and report writing.
• Strong planning and prioritising skills.
• Problem-solving and strategic decision-making abilities.
• Adaptability and results orientation.

How to Apply

If you are eligible to live and work in the UK, please register and apply by uploading your comprehensive CV. You can contact the Resourcing Team if you have any queries: [e-mail].

Join us at GRAHAM and be part of a team that values innovation, growth, and excellence in civil engineering!

Our Commitment

At GRAHAM, we are proud to say that we are a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and we aim to be the first choice for people from all backgrounds. We seek to promote respect for the individual and equality of opportunities. We believe that everyone should be treated solely on the basis of personal merit and contribution throughout their GRAHAM career journey and not on the value of artificial barriers, prejudices, or preferences.

If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

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As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role. If you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme, please contact Louise Hunter, Resourcing Manager, at: [e-mail] or phone [phone].

We are only able to consider applications from individuals who are eligible to live and work in the UK, as per Home Office regulations. Please check your eligibility with the regulations before applying. Individuals with a current time restricted right to work in the UK, should contact the Human Resources team in the first instance.

A basic disclosure may be requested if security clearance is required by 3rd party clients and a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position. Our Access NI/Vetting and Barring Scheme Policy and Policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders is available upon request.

GRAHAM reserves the right to carry out checks to ensure the validity of an applicant’s experience and/or qualifications and we expect all applicants to comply with any such requests for information. Failure to do so or evidence of any falsification of information will lead to either removal from the recruitment process or if already in employment potential termination of contract through the company disciplinary procedure.