JAMES LAMBETH LIMITED
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Groundworks & Heavy Civils Estimator North Kent Contractor
A leading civils and groundworks contractor in North Kent is seeking a Groundworks & Heavy Civils Estimator with strong NEC contract knowledge and genuine first-principles estimating capability.
Role Overview
- First-principles estimating for groundworks, earthworks, drainage, RC structures, and enabling works.
- NEC contract alignment across tendering, risk, compensation events, and programme impacts.
- Prepare accurate take-offs, cost plans, BOQs, and tender submissions.
- Liaise with operational teams to validate methodology and sequencing.
- Manage supply chain pricing and assess value-engineering opportunities.
- Support tender strategy and commercial decision-making.
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Candidate Requirements
- Proven estimating experience in groundworks and heavy civils (£1m - £30m typical).
- Strong understanding of NEC3/NEC4.
- Confident producing robust first-principles estimates.
- Skilled with digital take-off tools and estimating software.
- Clear communicator with strong commercial awareness.
- Background with a civils or specialist groundworks contractor preferred.
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Who This Suits
- Someone who can build an estimate from scratch,
- Understands NEC inside out, and
- Wants to join a contractor with a strong pipeline across Kent and the Southeast.
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