Estimator - Surfacing / Highways

Estimator - Surfacing / Highways


Location: Flexible (Kent / South East projects)


Salary: £50,000 - £70,000 + Package (depending on experience)



The Opportunity


This isn't a box-ticking Estimator role.



This is for someone who understands how surfacing work is won, priced, and delivered - and wants to be part of a business where their input actually matters.



You'll be working closely with senior leadership on a range of surfacing and highways projects, taking ownership of tenders from initial enquiry through to submission.



If you're currently pricing work but feel stuck, under pressure, or lacking progression - this is worth a conversation.



What You'll Be Doing



  • Preparing accurate cost estimates for surfacing and highways projects

  • Reviewing drawings, specifications, and tender documentation

  • Pricing works across asphalt, civils, and associated packages

  • Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors for quotations

  • Supporting bid submissions and commercial strategy

  • Working alongside operations to ensure realistic and deliverable pricing



What They're Looking For



  • Experience in estimating within surfacing, highways, or civil engineering

  • OR a strong Quantity Surveyor with pricing/tendering exposure

  • Good understanding of asphalt / road construction projects

  • Ability to interpret drawings and technical documentation

  • Commercial awareness and attention to detail



Why This Role?



  • Clear progression route, not a dead-end estimating role

  • Less red tape than Tier 1 contractors

  • Opportunity to work on a variety of projects

  • A business where your work directly impacts success



The Reality


Good Estimators in this market aren't actively applying for jobs.



If you're even slightly open to hearing what's out there - it's worth a confidential conversation.



Apply / Enquire



  • Apply directly and suitable candidates will be messaged to arrange an informal and confidential conversation




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