EstimatorLocation: Derby Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 + BenefitsAn excellent opportunity has arisen for an Estimator to join a leading UK civil engineering contractor specialising in surfacing and infrastructure projects nationwide. This is a fantastic chance to join a business known for its collaborative culture, strong pipeline of secured work, and continued investment in its people and systems.Operating across multiple sectors with a national footprint, the company has grown significantly over the past two decades and is recognised for delivering high-quality surfacing solutions across a diverse client base. With a strong emphasis on teamwork, development, and long-term progression, this role offers a clear pathway for career growth within a supportive environment.Estimator - Salary & Benefits£30,000 - £40,000 (DOE)25 days holiday + bank holidays (with buy/sell scheme)Annual bonus schemeEnhanced family leave (maternity, paternity & adoption)Life assurance & employee assistance programmeCycle to Work scheme & employee discounts portalCompany social events & volunteering opportunitiesOngoing training and development with clear progression routesEstimator - Job OverviewAnalyse tender drawings, specifications, and client requirementsCarry out take-offs from drawings and, where required, site measurementsAssist in pricing works including labour, plant, and materialsSupport the preparation and submission of competitive tendersIdentify risks and commercial opportunities within tender submissionsReview and flag onerous contract terms to senior team membersBuild and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractorsAssist in preparing tender packages and negotiating supplier quotesMaintain accurate cost databases and estimating recordsProvide general support to the estimating and sales teamsEstimator - Job RequirementsPrevious experience in an estimating or commercial support role (ideally within civils, surfacing, or construction)Strong numerical and analytical skillsAbility to interpret drawings and specificationsGood understanding of construction materials, labour, and pricing principlesExcellent organisation and time management skillsStrong communication skills and ability to build relationships with stakeholdersProactive attitude with a willingness to learn and developThis is an ideal opportunity for an Assistant Estimator or early-career Estimator looking to join a well-established contractor where you'll gain exposure to a wide range of projects and be supported in developing your commercial skillset.Bennett 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. JBRP1_UKTJ