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Your new company
You will be joining a leading civil engineering and groundworks contractor based in Derby. This multi-accredited organisation operates across a multitude of different sectors, including the commercial, industrial and energy industries, and offers excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development. They are looking to grow their pre-contract team and onboard an Estimator to join them.

This is a full-time permanent position based in their Derby office with flexible working.

Your new role
As Estimator, you will be responsible for, but not limited to:

Preparing and submitting tenders from first principles, including obtaining quotations for subcontract work, materials and plant, and compiling programmes
Liaising with clients to ensure a full understanding of their requirements is obtained
Assisting in checking details of order and preparing documentation for, and attending, handover meetings with the contracts department if tenders are successful
Assisting junior staff when required to ensure competence in the duties required of them
Representing the company at all times and promoting good relations with clients (and their representatives), subcontractors and the general public
Conducting site visits to determine factors that could influence the cost of undertaking works.What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful, you must have:

Previous experience estimating in groundworks, reinforced concrete structures and general civil works (ideal)
Ability to estimate from first principles
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and interpersonal skills
Full UK driving licence.What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:

Salary up to £55,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience)
Company car or car allowance (up to £6,600 per annum)
34 days' annual leave
Flexible working
Company pension scheme (matched up to 5%)
Profit share scheme
Private health insurance
Reimbursed business mileage
Continuous training and development
Reimbursed professional fee to a recognised body (e.g. RICS, ICE or similar)
Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects
Opportunity to grow and progress your career with a forward-thinking and employee-first principal contractor.What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Please note - this contractor does not hold a licence for sponsored work visas.

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