Estimator Engineer - Earthworks

ob Vacancy: Estimating Engineer – Heavy Earthworks

Location: Barnsley, South Yorkshire (Head Office) Salary: Negotiable, dependent on experience Position: Full-Time, Permanent Travel: Occasional nationwide site visits

The Opportunity

Our client, a specialist contractor operating within the heavy earthworks and civil engineering sector, is looking to recruit an experienced Estimating Engineer to join their team at their head office in Barnsley.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimating Engineer with a strong background in earthworks, groundworks or civil engineering to become part of an established and growing business, working on a diverse portfolio of projects across the UK.

The successful candidate will play an important role in the preparation and delivery of accurate, competitive and commercially viable tenders, supporting the business in securing and delivering major earthworks projects.

The position will be predominantly office-based in Barnsley, with occasional travel to project sites nationwide when required. Candidates must therefore be within a reasonable commuting distance of the Barnsley office and comfortable undertaking occasional UK-wide site visits.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare detailed estimates and cost plans for heavy earthworks and civil engineering projects.

Interpret engineering drawings, specifications and tender documentation.

Undertake accurate quantity take-offs, earthworks measurements and volume calculations.

Assess cut and fill requirements, material movements and earthworks balances.

Calculate costs associated with plant, labour, materials, haulage and subcontractors.

Evaluate ground conditions, site constraints and project-specific requirements.

Obtain and assess supplier and subcontractor quotations.

Assist with the preparation of tender submissions and detailed pricing breakdowns.

Identify commercial risks, opportunities and potential cost savings.

Liaise with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and internal operational teams.

Attend occasional nationwide site visits to assess project requirements and site conditions.

Work closely with the wider estimating, commercial and operational teams to ensure accurate and competitive tender submissions.

Skills & Experience Required

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience working within an estimating or estimating engineering role in the civil engineering or earthworks sector.

• Strong knowledge of heavy earthworks, bulk excavation, cut and fill operations and groundworks.

• Experience producing estimates for large-scale earthworks projects.

• The ability to interpret civil engineering drawings and technical specifications.

• Good understanding of earthworks quantities, material volumes and construction methodologies.

• Knowledge of plant, labour and resource requirements associated with earthworks operations.

• Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Good commercial awareness and an understanding of project costs.

• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

• The ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.

Desirable Experience

• Experience within a specialist earthworks contractor.

• Knowledge of earthworks software, estimating packages and digital take-off tools.

• Experience pricing infrastructure, highways, industrial, commercial or large-scale development projects.

• Relevant engineering or construction qualifications.

The Ideal Candidate

We are particularly interested in speaking with individuals who have hands-on experience within the heavy earthworks sector and understand the practicalities of delivering large-scale earthworks projects.

Candidates from an Estimating Engineer, Civil Engineering Estimator, Earthworks Estimator or Quantity Surveying background may be considered, provided they have the relevant technical and commercial experience.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary, negotiable depending on experience.

• Permanent, full-time employment.

• Head office based in Barnsley, South Yorkshire.

• A varied workload involving significant earthworks projects nationwide.

• Opportunity to work within a specialist and established contractor.

• Long-term career prospects and the opportunity to contribute to the continued growth of the business.

How to Apply

If you have experience in estimating within heavy earthworks or civil engineering and are looking for your next career opportunity, we would be keen to hear from you.

Candidates must be able to commute to the Barnsley head office, with flexibility for occasional nationwide site travel