Estimator
CV-LibraryEllesmere Port, CheshirepermanentPosted: 15 April 2026
Apply NowBennett & 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 Overview
Review and assess tender documentation, drawings and project specifications
Carry out site visits to gain a clear understanding of project requirements and constraint
Prepare detailed cost plans covering labour, materials, plant and subcontractor packages
Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain and evaluate competitive quotations
Monitor market conditions, industry trends and material price movements
Lead the preparation and submission of compliant tender documents within required deadlines
Work closely with procurement teams to confirm supplier pricing and material sourcing strategies
Support the pre-construction team by confirming scope, logistics and pricing considerationsEstimator Position Requirements
Minimum 5 years' experience within an Estimating role
Experience estimating groundworks and/or earthworks projects
Background in civil engineering or infrastructure projects
Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications and tender documentation
Good 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
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 Overview
Review and assess tender documentation, drawings and project specifications
Carry out site visits to gain a clear understanding of project requirements and constraint
Prepare detailed cost plans covering labour, materials, plant and subcontractor packages
Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain and evaluate competitive quotations
Monitor market conditions, industry trends and material price movements
Lead the preparation and submission of compliant tender documents within required deadlines
Work closely with procurement teams to confirm supplier pricing and material sourcing strategies
Support the pre-construction team by confirming scope, logistics and pricing considerationsEstimator Position Requirements
Minimum 5 years' experience within an Estimating role
Experience estimating groundworks and/or earthworks projects
Background in civil engineering or infrastructure projects
Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications and tender documentation
Good 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