Estimator - Housing Groundworks40,000 - 75,000 + packageLancashireYour new companyJoin a reputable civil engineering contractor with decades of regional experience delivering essential groundworks and infrastructure for large-scale housing projects. With a strong track record working alongside national house builders, this privately owned firm prides itself on professional project delivery, employee development, and sustainable growth.Your new roleOur client is seeking an experienced Estimator to support the successful tendering and delivery of housing groundworks and civil engineering contracts across the Lancashire area. This key role offers the opportunity to become part of a collaborative team, helping secure new projects by producing accurate and competitive costings from pre-construction through to completion.Responsibilities will include:Reviewing project drawings, specifications, and bills of quantities to prepare detailed cost estimatesSourcing and negotiating prices with subcontractors and suppliers for materials, labour, and plantPreparing tender submissions and supporting bid strategies for housing groundworks contractsPerforming site visits and risk assessments, ensuring budgets and forecasts reflect site conditionsCollating project documentation, preparing accurate reports and cost summariesLiaising with clients, engineers, and site teams to clarify requirements and contribute to value engineering solutionsMonitoring project costs during delivery, identifying op