Landscape Estimator || Chobham || Hybrid Working

Estimator – Landscaping & Civil Engineering Position - Estimator – Full-time, Permanent Location - Chobham, Surrey, with hybrid home working Working hours - Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm Salary - £45k - £90k (Basic Salary Dependent on Experience

About

The client is an award-winning landscaping and civil engineering specialist, delivering high-quality projects throughout the UK. Its portfolio includes work for local authorities, royal parks, commercial developers, schools and universities, and high-end residential developers. The business has built long-standing client relationships through trust, expertise and quality workmanship over more than five decades.

The Opportunity

Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an Estimator to join its team. Working closely with the Commercial Director, you will prepare and submit tender packages for projects valued from approximately £100,000 to £5 million. The schemes cover high-quality hard and soft landscaping, with Blakedown operating as the main contractor.

Key Responsibilities

Measure and interpret PDF drawings to support accurate project estimates. Prepare tender documentation and contribute to the full bid submission process. Price bills of quantities, typically using Microsoft Excel. Review tender information, identify commercial and delivery risks, and raise these with the Company Directors. Attend project meetings and site visits where required. Liaise with clients and design teams throughout the tender process and during pre-start meetings. Manage competing deadlines while maintaining accurate, methodical estimating records.

Skills & Experience

Previous estimating experience within the landscaping and/or construction industry. Strong attention to detail, accuracy and a methodical approach to work. Ability to work effectively under time pressure and manage multiple priorities. Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills. A collaborative, positive attitude and willingness to take on new challenges. Ability to build effective working relationships with clients, colleagues, designers and other stakeholders. Confidence using Excel and interpreting drawings and tender documentation.

What’S On Offer

Full-time, permanent position. Hybrid working, combining home working with time at the Chobham, Surrey head office. Competitive salary, dependent on qualifications and experience. Company car. Membership of the employer’s pension scheme.

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