Drainage Estimator

Drainage Estimator

Salary: Up to -45k DOE
Location: Maidstone, Kent
Working Hours: Full-time, Monday-Friday
Benefits: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

The Company

Our client is an established and growing organisation operating within a specialist technical environment, supporting commercial and public sector customers across multiple specialist areas. With a broad range of technical capabilities and an expanding workload, the business continues to invest in its people, processes and services.

Due to continued growth, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Drainage Estimator to join their Drainage Department.

The Vacancy

As a Drainage Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive estimates across a range of projects.

Working closely with internal teams, suppliers and other stakeholders, you will review project information, complete take-offs and prepare pricing.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience as a Drainage Estimator or within a similar estimating role, with the ability to interpret technical information and work accurately with costs and specifications.

Key Responsibilities for Drainage Estimator

• Prepare accurate and competitive estimates for drainage and associated works, including surface water, foul water, stormwater attenuation and sewerage systems.
• Review site plans, technical drawings, specifications and existing layouts to identify project requirements and potential challenges.
• Complete detailed quantity take-offs from engineering and technical drawings.
• Prepare detailed pricing for materials, labour, plant and associated works.
• Maintain accurate cost information and unit rates to support future estimating activity.
• Prepare tender submissions and supporting commercial documentation.
• Work closely with design and project teams to assess proposed solutions and identify practical and cost-effective alternatives.
• Identify potential commercial, technical and delivery risks and ensure these are appropriately considered within estimates.
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive pricing and negotiate costs where appropriate.
• Support project teams with cost management, variations and changes throughout project delivery.
• Provide commercial and technical input to help ensure projects remain within agreed budgets.
• Maintain awareness of relevant industry standards, regulations and best practice.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of estimating processes, systems and cost databases.

About You

• Minimum 2 years'' experience as a Drainage Estimator, Estimator or within a related technical environment.
• Good understanding of drainage systems and associated works.
• Experience preparing estimates, costings and tender submissions.
• Confident interpreting drawings, specifications and technical information.
• Strong attention to detail with good numerical and commercial awareness.
• Good communication skills, with the ability to liaise with customers, suppliers and internal teams.
• Organised and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Proactive, analytical and able to work both independently and as part of a team.