Estimator

Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire
Contract Scotland

Estimator Civil Engineering

Location: Aberdeen
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

A well-established civil engineering contractor is seeking a dedicated and experienced Estimator to join its Aberdeen-based team on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the successful delivery of major projects across groundworks, infrastructure, and utility sectors.

The successful candidate will play a key role in the preparation of accurate and competitive cost estimates, working closely with senior management to help secure future work through well-informed and strategic bids.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the registration, review, and distribution of tender documentation
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors to obtain best-value pricing
• Identify and evaluate potential risks and opportunities at the tender stage
• Lead estimating activities from initial enquiry through to submission
• Prepare detailed cost plans and review budgets against project scope
• Develop and finalise comprehensive tender packages for client approval
• Undertake quantity take-offs from drawings and price from first principles
• Analyse and incorporate project risks into cost estimates
• Produce professional and high-quality tender submission documents and reports
• Collaborate with the proposal and contracts teams to ensure alignment
• Manage multiple estimating tasks across ongoing and upcoming projects
• Work closely with project managers and site teams to maintain consistency

Candidate Requirements

• A degree in a relevant discipline (or equivalent industry experience)
• Demonstrable experience in pricing from first principles and preparing cost plans
• Substantial estimating experience within the civil engineering sector
• Familiarity with frameworks and negotiated contract models
• Experience using industry-standard estimating tools (e.g. Conquest, on-screen take-off software)
• Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills
• A methodical, detail-focused approach with the ability to work effectively under pressure

What s on Offer

The role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, reflecting the skills and experience of the successful candidate. You ll be joining a forward-thinking company that is committed to supporting the development and well-being of its people, with clear opportunities for career progression and long-term growth.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your most recent CV.
For further information or a confidential discussion, contact Louise Knock on (phone number removed), quoting reference J46018.

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