YTL Construction UK
Civil Estimator
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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.
What you'll do
As a Civil Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive civil engineering estimates across a variety of construction projects.
You'll play a key role in supporting both in-house delivery teams and external partners, ensuring robust cost assurance and governance throughout the pre-construction phase.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- 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.
What you'll need
We're looking for a proactive and detail-oriented professional with a strong background in civil engineering and estimating.
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You'll have:
- 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.
It would also be advantageous if you had a background in water and wastewater projects.
What you'll receive
- A combined pension contribution of up to 20%.
- Career progression and professional development opportunities.
- 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service.
- The opportunity to sell up to five days of holiday every year.
- The opportunity to buy up to ten days of holiday each year (subject to conditions).
- A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs.
- Life assurance of up to eight times your salary.
- The opportunity to lease a new electric car through salary sacrifice (subject to conditions).
- Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers.
- One paid volunteering day each year.
- Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements.
- Access to an interactive health and wellbeing platform.
- Support from trained mental health first aiders.
- A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone who is successfully recruited by us.
Who we are
YTL UK is part of the international YTL Group based in Kuala Lumpur. The UK companies include:
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- Wessex Water – one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West
- YTL Developments – a major UK developer currently redeveloping a 350-acre former airfield into an award-winning, exciting mix of houses, apartments, schools, commercial space, restaurants and hotels, to make a truly sustainable new community
- YTL Construction UK – a top 20 UK contractor providing fully integrated services to infrastructure, residential, commercial, industry, energy and environmental sectors
- YTL Live – the development and operation of an entertainment complex that includes a 20,000 capacity arena, conferencing and exhibition space
- plus a number of other retail, environmental and specialist businesses.
Our people tell us that YTL UK is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us! You will have a unique opportunity to develop and progress your career within such a diverse group.
We are passionate about diversity and inclusion – with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer.
If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Recruitment team.
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