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Civil Estimator
Civil Estimator – YTL Construction
Due to continued growth and an expanding project portfolio, YTL Construction is seeking a skilled Civil Estimator to join our dynamic Estimating team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to high-impact infrastructure projects and work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment.
About the Role
As a Civil Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive civil engineering estimates across a variety of construction projects. You’ll support both in-house delivery teams and external partners, ensuring robust cost assurance and governance throughout the pre-construction phase.
Key Responsibilities
- Developing detailed civil estimates from tender documentation, drawings, and specifications
- Collaborating with designers, project managers, clients, and suppliers to gather and validate project information
- Leading negotiations with subcontractors and suppliers to secure competitive pricing
- Providing technical input to support efficient design and value engineering
- Assisting the Commercial team with variations, applications, and final account processes
- Maintaining strong relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders throughout the estimating lifecycle
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Requirements
We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented professional with a strong background in civil engineering and estimating. You’ll need:
✔ A civil qualification, with civil installation or project delivery experience ✔ Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills ✔ Strong technical understanding of civil methodology and construction processes ✔ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and estimating software ✔ A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Advantageous:
- Experience in water and wastewater projects
Benefits
- Combined pension contribution of up to 20%
- Career progression and professional development opportunities
- 25 days’ holiday (rising to 28 days with length of service), plus the opportunity to sell and buy additional days
- Healthcare package with claim-back options
- Life assurance of up to eight times your salary
- Electric car leasing option through salary sacrifice
- Cashback and discounts from over 3,000 retailers
- One paid volunteering day per year
- Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements
- Access to an interactive health and wellbeing platform
- Support from trained mental health first aiders
- £1,000 referral fee if you successfully recommend a recruit
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Who We Are
YTL UK is part of the international YTL Group based in Kuala Lumpur. Our UK operations include:
- Wessex Water – One of England and Wales’ top-performing water and sewerage companies, serving 2.9 million people in the South West
- YTL Developments – A leading UK developer transforming a 350-acre former airfield into a sustainable new community with homes, schools, commercial spaces, and services
- YTL Construction UK – A top 20 UK contractor delivering integrated services across infrastructure, residential, commercial, and environmental sectors
- YTL Live – Developer of a 20,000-seater arena, alongside conferencing and exhibition spaces
- Additional retail, environmental, and specialist businesses
Our people believe YTL UK is a great place to work, offering unique career development opportunities within a diverse group.
Our Commitment
We are passionate about diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We are an Armed Forces Covenant signatory and a Disability Confident Employer.
If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please inform our Recruitment team.
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