Finance Project Controller

Location Portsmouth
Discipline: Civil Engineering
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £40000 - £60000 per annum + Package & Benefits
Contact name: Harry Buckland

Contact email: harry.buckland@aldwychconsulting.com
Job ref: BBBH4752_1773066130
Published: about 7 hours ago
Startdate: April 2026

We're working with an established civil engineering contractor that delivers a wide range of infrastructure and environmental engineering projects across the UK. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of upcoming work, they are looking to appoint an Estimator to join their pre-construction team.

This is a great opportunity to join a contractor involved in technically interesting civil engineering schemes, working closely with operational and commercial teams to support successful project bids.

The Role

As Estimator, you will play a key role in the preparation of competitive tenders and cost plans across a range of civil engineering projects.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Preparing detailed cost estimates from tender documentation

  • Reviewing drawings, specifications and project requirements

  • Obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations

  • Producing cost build-ups for labour, plant and materials

  • Identifying risks, opportunities and value engineering options

  • Supporting the preparation of tender submissions and programmes

  • Working closely with delivery teams to ensure smooth handover following project award

About You

  • Experience working in an estimating or pre-construction role within civil engineering or infrastructure

  • Good understanding of construction methods, materials and plant

  • Ability to interpret technical drawings and tender documentation

  • Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills

  • Proficient with Excel and estimating software

  • Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or similar (preferred)

If you're an Estimator looking to develop within a busy civil engineering contractor, feel free to get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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