RecXchange – The Recruiter Xchange
Estimator - Highways / Surfacing
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Estimator – Surfacing / Highways
Location: Flexible (Kent / South East projects)
Salary: £65,000 – £85,000 + Package (depending on experience)
The Opportunity
This isn't a box-ticking Estimator role.
This is for someone who understands how surfacing work is won, priced, and delivered - and wants to be part of a business where their input actually matters.
You'll be working closely with senior leadership on a range of surfacing and highways projects, taking ownership of tenders from initial inquiry through to submission.
If you're currently pricing work but feel stuck, under pressure, or lacking progression - this is worth a conversation.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
What You'll Be Doing
- Preparing accurate cost estimates for surfacing and highways projects
- Reviewing drawings, specifications, and tender documentation
- Pricing works across asphalt, civils, and associated packages
- Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors for quotations
- Supporting bid submissions and commercial strategy
- Working alongside operations to ensure realistic and deliverable pricing
What They're Looking For
- Experience in estimating within surfacing, highways, or civil engineering
- OR a strong Quantity Surveyor with pricing/tendering exposure
- Good understanding of asphalt / road construction projects
- Ability to interpret drawings and technical documentation
- Commercial awareness and attention to detail
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
Why This Role?
- Clear progression route, not a dead-end estimating role
- Less red tape than Tier 1 contractors
- Opportunity to work on a variety of projects
- A business where your work directly impacts success
The Reality
Good Estimators in this market aren't actively applying for jobs.
If you're even slightly open to hearing what's out there - it's worth a confidential conversation.
Apply
Apply directly and suitable candidates will be messaged to arrange an informal and confidential conversation.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills