Senior Estimator - Civil Engineering Employment Type: Permanent The Opportunity We are working with an established and growing civil engineering contractor who are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Estimator to join their commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Estimator who is looking to take ownership of major tenders and play a key role in the continued growth of the business. The successful candidate will have a strong background within civil engineering, groundworks, infrastructure or related sectors, with the ability to manage estimates from initial enquiry through to final submission. The Role Preparing detailed and accurate cost estimates for civil engineering projects. Reviewing tender documentation, drawings, specifications and scopes of works. Producing competitive and commercially robust tenders. Obtaining and analysing quotations from subcontractors and suppliers. Completing take-offs and detailed measurement of works. Identifying risks, opportunities and potential value engineering solutions. Developing project programmes and associated preliminaries where required. Liaising with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers. Attending tender adjudications and presenting estimates to senior management. Supporting the commercial team through the handover from pre-construction to delivery. Managing multiple tenders simultaneously while working to strict deadlines. Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and supply chain partners. About You Proven experience as an Estimator/Senior Estimator within civil engineering. Strong knowledge of groundworks, infrastructure and/or general civil engineering. Experience pricing projects ranging from approximately £1m-£20m+. Excellent understanding of construction costs, labour, plant, materials and subcontract packages. Strong ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications. Excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail. Strong negotiation and communication skills. The ability to work independently and take ownership of the estimating function. Experience using estimating/tendering software and Microsoft Excel. A strong understanding of UK construction contracts and procurement processes. What's on Offer? Competitive package, depending on experience. Company car/car allowance. Pension contribution. Annual bonus opportunity. 25 days annual leave + bank holidays. Opportunity to work on a variety of exciting civil engineering projects. Long-term career progression within a growing contractor. Supportive and professional working environment.
Sep 21, 2026
Full time
Senior Estimator - Civil Engineering Employment Type: Permanent The Opportunity We are working with an established and growing civil engineering contractor who are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Estimator to join their commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Estimator who is looking to take ownership of major tenders and play a key role in the continued growth of the business. The successful candidate will have a strong background within civil engineering, groundworks, infrastructure or related sectors, with the ability to manage estimates from initial enquiry through to final submission. The Role Preparing detailed and accurate cost estimates for civil engineering projects. Reviewing tender documentation, drawings, specifications and scopes of works. Producing competitive and commercially robust tenders. Obtaining and analysing quotations from subcontractors and suppliers. Completing take-offs and detailed measurement of works. Identifying risks, opportunities and potential value engineering solutions. Developing project programmes and associated preliminaries where required. Liaising with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers. Attending tender adjudications and presenting estimates to senior management. Supporting the commercial team through the handover from pre-construction to delivery. Managing multiple tenders simultaneously while working to strict deadlines. Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and supply chain partners. About You Proven experience as an Estimator/Senior Estimator within civil engineering. Strong knowledge of groundworks, infrastructure and/or general civil engineering. Experience pricing projects ranging from approximately £1m-£20m+. Excellent understanding of construction costs, labour, plant, materials and subcontract packages. Strong ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications. Excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail. Strong negotiation and communication skills. The ability to work independently and take ownership of the estimating function. Experience using estimating/tendering software and Microsoft Excel. A strong understanding of UK construction contracts and procurement processes. What's on Offer? Competitive package, depending on experience. Company car/car allowance. Pension contribution. Annual bonus opportunity. 25 days annual leave + bank holidays. Opportunity to work on a variety of exciting civil engineering projects. Long-term career progression within a growing contractor. Supportive and professional working environment.
Fisher Civils Limited are currently working on behalf of one of the regions fastest growing yet established Groundworks Subcontractors, We are actively recruiting for an experienced Groundworks Quantity Surveyor for their head office in Southampton They have a strong order book with secured future work and projects ranging from 500k to 30M across residential developments. Key responsibilities Managing the commercial aspects of groundworks projects Preparing and submitting valuations and cost reports Managing variations and change control Subcontractor procurement, payments and final accounts Monitoring project costs and margins Working closely with site teams and project managers Assisting with tendering and pricing where required Requirements Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within residential groundworks Strong understanding of groundworks packages including drainage, foundations and external works Good knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts Confident managing subcontractor accounts and valuations Commercially aware and detail focused Able to work well within a team Office based in Southampton with site involvement as required.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Fisher Civils Limited are currently working on behalf of one of the regions fastest growing yet established Groundworks Subcontractors, We are actively recruiting for an experienced Groundworks Quantity Surveyor for their head office in Southampton They have a strong order book with secured future work and projects ranging from 500k to 30M across residential developments. Key responsibilities Managing the commercial aspects of groundworks projects Preparing and submitting valuations and cost reports Managing variations and change control Subcontractor procurement, payments and final accounts Monitoring project costs and margins Working closely with site teams and project managers Assisting with tendering and pricing where required Requirements Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within residential groundworks Strong understanding of groundworks packages including drainage, foundations and external works Good knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts Confident managing subcontractor accounts and valuations Commercially aware and detail focused Able to work well within a team Office based in Southampton with site involvement as required.
We are currently recruiting for up to 5 Experienced CSCS Groundworkers for a large ongoing construction project near Bournemouth All applicants must have a valid CSCS Card, experienced in drainage and general Groundworks, a Dumper or Roller ticket would be advantageous but not essential. Duties will include - but aren't limited to external finishings such as laying slabs, kerbs & edgings as well as all other associated tasks. If this position is of interest then please apply directly
Apr 30, 2026
Contractor
We are currently recruiting for up to 5 Experienced CSCS Groundworkers for a large ongoing construction project near Bournemouth All applicants must have a valid CSCS Card, experienced in drainage and general Groundworks, a Dumper or Roller ticket would be advantageous but not essential. Duties will include - but aren't limited to external finishings such as laying slabs, kerbs & edgings as well as all other associated tasks. If this position is of interest then please apply directly
Fisher Civils Ltd. are currently seeking an experienced CPCS Telehandler Operator for a large ongoing project in Stalbridge, Dorset. You must hold a valid CPCS Blue Card for Telescopic Handler and have proven experience working on busy construction sites. Key duties include operating a 12 metre telehandler to safely move materials around site, supporting site logistics, and carrying out other associated duties as required. The ideal candidate will be reliable, confident operating plant in a fast paced environment, and able to work as part of a wider site team. If you are available and meet the above requirements, please get in touch for more details.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Fisher Civils Ltd. are currently seeking an experienced CPCS Telehandler Operator for a large ongoing project in Stalbridge, Dorset. You must hold a valid CPCS Blue Card for Telescopic Handler and have proven experience working on busy construction sites. Key duties include operating a 12 metre telehandler to safely move materials around site, supporting site logistics, and carrying out other associated duties as required. The ideal candidate will be reliable, confident operating plant in a fast paced environment, and able to work as part of a wider site team. If you are available and meet the above requirements, please get in touch for more details.
