Estimator
CV-LibraryGlasgow, Glasgow CitypermanentPosted: 5 August 2026
Apply NowAre you an experienced Civil Engineering Estimator looking to join a leading infrastructure contractor delivering major rail and civil engineering projects across Scotland?
We're recruiting for an Estimator to join a growing pre-construction team, pricing a diverse range of infrastructure projects including rail, highways, bridges, stations, utilities and environmental works.
This is an excellent opportunity to become part of an established contractor with a strong pipeline of secured work and long-term frameworks.
The Role
Reporting into the Pre-Construction team, you'll be responsible for producing accurate, competitive estimates from first principles while working closely with operational, commercial and supply chain teams.
You'll play a key role in securing new business by preparing high-quality tenders for projects across Scotland.
Responsibilities
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Prepare competitive estimates from first principles.
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Manage tenders from receipt through to submission.
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Measure quantities from drawings and specifications.
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Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations.
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Price labour, plant, materials and temporary works.
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Assess project risks and opportunities.
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Prepare tender reports and supporting documentation.
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Attend tender review meetings with senior management.
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Liaise with commercial, operational and design teams throughout the bid process.
About You
You'll ideally have:
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Previous experience as an Estimator within Civil Engineering.
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Experience pricing infrastructure projects including rail, highways, bridges, utilities or general civils.
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Strong First Principles estimating experience.
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Excellent commercial awareness.
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Experience using estimating software together with Excel.
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Strong communication and organisational skills.
What's on Offer
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Competitive salary.
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Company car or car allowance.
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25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service.
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Pension scheme.
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Life assurance.
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Health Cash Plan.
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Employee rewards programme.
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Ongoing training and career progression.
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Long-term career opportunities within a successful infrastructure contractor.
This permanent vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Benjamin Grace Limited who are operating as an Employment Agency
We're recruiting for an Estimator to join a growing pre-construction team, pricing a diverse range of infrastructure projects including rail, highways, bridges, stations, utilities and environmental works.
This is an excellent opportunity to become part of an established contractor with a strong pipeline of secured work and long-term frameworks.
The Role
Reporting into the Pre-Construction team, you'll be responsible for producing accurate, competitive estimates from first principles while working closely with operational, commercial and supply chain teams.
You'll play a key role in securing new business by preparing high-quality tenders for projects across Scotland.
Responsibilities
*
Prepare competitive estimates from first principles.
*
Manage tenders from receipt through to submission.
*
Measure quantities from drawings and specifications.
*
Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations.
*
Price labour, plant, materials and temporary works.
*
Assess project risks and opportunities.
*
Prepare tender reports and supporting documentation.
*
Attend tender review meetings with senior management.
*
Liaise with commercial, operational and design teams throughout the bid process.
About You
You'll ideally have:
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Previous experience as an Estimator within Civil Engineering.
*
Experience pricing infrastructure projects including rail, highways, bridges, utilities or general civils.
*
Strong First Principles estimating experience.
*
Excellent commercial awareness.
*
Experience using estimating software together with Excel.
*
Strong communication and organisational skills.
What's on Offer
*
Competitive salary.
*
Company car or car allowance.
*
25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service.
*
Pension scheme.
*
Life assurance.
*
Health Cash Plan.
*
Employee rewards programme.
*
Ongoing training and career progression.
*
Long-term career opportunities within a successful infrastructure contractor.
This permanent vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Benjamin Grace Limited who are operating as an Employment Agency