Senior Civil Estimator

YTL Construction UK; Bath; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Bath is seeking a skilled Civil Estimator to join their dynamic Estimating team. The role involves preparing accurate civil engineering estimates and collaborating with various project stakeholders. Key qualifications include a civil qualification, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and experience in water and wastewater projects. The company offers a supportive environment with professional development opportunities and a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Combined pension contribution up to 20%

Career progression and professional development

25 days' holiday rising to 28

Sell up to five days of holiday each year

Buy up to ten days of holiday each year

Healthcare package

Life assurance up to eight times salary

Lease a new electric car through salary sacrifice

Cashback and discounts from 3,000+ retailers

One paid volunteering day each year

Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements

Access to health and wellbeing platform

Support from trained mental health first aiders

£1,000 referral fee

Qualifications

• Civil qualification with experience in civil installation or project delivery.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong technical understanding of civil methodology and construction processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and estimating software.
• Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle.
• Experience in water and wastewater projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and competitive civil engineering estimates.
• Develop detailed civil estimates from tender documentation, drawings, and specifications.
• Collaborate with designers, project managers, clients, and suppliers.
• Lead negotiations with subcontractors and suppliers to secure competitive pricing.
• Provide technical input to support efficient design and value engineering.
• Maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Technical understanding of civil methodology

Collaboration

Negotiation

Education

Civil qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Estimating software

Job description

Due to continued growth and an expanding project portfolio, YTL Construction UK (Infrastructure) is seeking a skilled Civil Estimator to join our dynamic Estimating team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to high-impact infrastructure projects and work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment.

What you'll do

As a Civil Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive civil engineering estimates across a variety of construction projects.

You'll play a key role in supporting both in-house delivery teams and external partners, ensuring robust cost assurance and governance throughout the pre-construction phase.

You'll also:

• develop detailed civil estimates from tender documentation, drawings and specifications
• collaborate with designers, project managers, clients, and suppliers to gather and validate project information
• lead negotiations with subcontractors and suppliers to secure competitive pricing
• provide technical input to support efficient design and value engineering
• assist the Commercial team with variations, applications, and final account processes
• maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders throughout the estimating lifecycle.

What you'll need

We're looking for a proactive and detail-oriented professional with a strong background in civil engineering and estimating.

Other requirements include:

• a civil qualification, with civil installation or project delivery experience
• excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• a strong technical understanding of civil methodology and construction processes
• proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and estimating software
• a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• a background in water and wastewater projects.

What you'll receive

• A combined pension contribution of up to 20%.
• Career progression and professional development opportunities.
• 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service.
• The opportunity to sell up to five days of holiday every year.
• The opportunity to buy up to ten days of holiday each year (subject to conditions).
• A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs.
• Life assurance of up to eight times your salary.
• The opportunity to lease a new electric car through salary sacrifice (subject to conditions).
• Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers.
• One paid volunteering day each year.
• Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements.
• Access to an interactive health and wellbeing platform.
• Support from trained mental health first aiders.
• A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone who is successfully recruited by us.

Who we are

YTL UK is part of the international YTL Group based in Kuala Lumpur. The UK companies include:

• Wessex Water – one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West
• YTL Developments – a major UK developer currently redeveloping a 350-acre former airfield into an award-winning, exciting mix of houses, apartments, schools, commercial space, restaurants and hotels, to make a truly sustainable new community
• YTL Construction UK – a top 20 UK contractor providing fully integrated services to infrastructure, residential, commercial, industry, energy and environmental sectors
• YTL Arena – the development and operation of an entertainment complex that includes a 20,000 capacity arena, conferencing and exhibition space
• plus a number of other retail,environmental and specialist businesses.

Our people tell us that YTL UK is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us! You will have a unique opportunity to develop and progress your career within such a diverse group.

We are passionate about diversity and inclusion – with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer.

If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Recruitment team.