Estimator Surfacing Highways
Gillingham - UK
Job Summary
Estimator - Surfacing / Highways
Location: Flexible (Kent / South East projects)
Salary: 50000 - 70000 Package (depending on experience)
The Opportunity
This isnt 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.
Youll 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 youre currently pricing work but feel stuck under pressure or lacking progression - this is worth a conversation.
What Youll 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 Theyre 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 arent actively applying for jobs.
If youre even slightly open to hearing whats out there - its worth a confidential conversation.
Apply / Enquire
- Apply directly and suitable candidates will be messaged to arrange an informal and confidential conversation
About Company
This is for an Estimator who understands how surfacing work is won, priced, and delivered - and wants to be part of a business