Estimator / Quantity Surveyor (Housing Groundworks) - Liverpool - £55,000 to £75,000 + Package\n\nYour new company:\n A leading civil engineering and groundworks contractor with a strong presence across the North West, specialising in residential infrastructure and new build housing developments. The company partners with some of the UK's major housebuilders, delivering large-scale housing and infrastructure projects to exacting standards. With continued growth and a strong project pipeline, this is an excellent opportunity to join a business that combines technical expertise with a collaborative and supportive working culture.\n\nYour new role:\n Our client is seeking an Estimator or Quantity Surveyor with estimating experience to play a key role in the commercial and pre-construction team, focusing on housing groundworks and infrastructure projects.

The successful candidate will be responsible for producing accurate cost estimates, analysing tender documentation, and supporting the delivery of competitive bids. This is a strategic role suited to someone with a strong commercial mindset and a detailed understanding of the groundworks and residential development sector.\n\nResponsibilities will include:\n\nPreparing detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for housing groundworks and infrastructure schemes\n\nReviewing drawings, specifications, and tender documents to identify cost risks and opportunities\n\nCollaborating with engineers, planners, and project managers to ensure accurate project costing\n\nSourcing supplier and subcontractor quotations and managing tender enquiries\n\nAnalysing labour, plant, and material costs to produce robust estimates\n\nLiaising with clients and key stakeholders to clarify scope and technical details\n\nAssisting in the preparation of budgets and cost plans during project handover\n\nSupporting the commercial team with valuations, cost reporting, and financial control as required\n\nMaintaining an up-to-date database of rates, suppliers, and project cost information\n\nContributing to business development by supporting bid strategy and project presentations\n\nWhat you will need to succeed:\n\nProven experience as an Estimator or Quantity Surveyor within the groundworks or civil engineering sector\n\nStrong background in residential housing infrastructure (roads, sewers, foundations, drainage, etc.)\n\nExcellent numerical and analytical skills with a high level of attention to detail\n\nProficiency in estimating software, Excel, and relevant commercial tools\n\nStrong understanding of construction contracts and cost management principles\n\nAbility to work under pressure and meet tender deadlines\n\nExcellent communication and negotiation skills\n\nFull UK driving licence\n\nDegree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying, Estimating, or a related discipline (preferred but not essential)\n\nWhat you get in return:\n\nCompetitive salary of £55,000 - £75,000 (depending on experience)\n\nComprehensive package including car allowance, pension, and performance-related bonus\n\nLong-term career stability with a highly reputable regional contractor\n\nOpportunity to work on major residential infrastructure projects with national housebuilders\n\nSupportive, professional environment that encourages development and progression\n\nAutonomy in your role and the chance to make a direct impact within a growing business\n\nApply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris. \n\nBuilding Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

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