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Estimator

Estimator

MostonRECRUIT • Coleshill, England, United Kingdom
14 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Estimator

Location

Midlands

Job Type

Permanent | Full Time

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Estimator to join a growing construction team. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing accurate and competitive cost estimates for a variety of construction and maintenance projects, supporting tender submissions, procurement activities, and project delivery.

This is a key commercial role requiring strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with operational, design, commercial, and procurement teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Produce detailed cost estimates covering labour, materials, plant, subcontractors, overheads, and preliminaries.
  • Review and analyse tender documentation including drawings, specifications, schedules, and scope of works.
  • Identify project risks, opportunities, exclusions, and assumptions during the tender process.
  • Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors to ensure competitive pricing.
  • Collaborate with design, commercial, and operational teams to ensure estimates align with technical requirements and project programmes.
  • Provide advice on cost risks, contingencies, value engineering opportunities, and alternative construction methods.
  • Support post-tender negotiations and ensure a smooth handover of estimating information to project delivery teams.
  • Maintain estimating databases, cost libraries, and benchmarking information to improve pricing accuracy and consistency.
  • Participate in tender review meetings and present pricing strategies to senior stakeholders where required.

Requirements

Essential

  • HNC/HND, degree, or equivalent experience in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Proven experience in an estimating role within the construction or built environment sector.
  • Strong numerical, commercial, and analytical skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and construction estimating software.
  • Good understanding of construction methods, materials, and associated costs.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Full right to work in the UK.

Desirable

  • Membership of, or working towards, a professional body such as RICS, CIOB, or ICES.
  • Experience across sectors including commercial, industrial, infrastructure, refurbishment, repairs, maintenance, voids, or asset management.
  • Knowledge of BIM, digital take-off software, and data-driven estimating platforms.
  • Experience preparing tenders for public sector clients or major framework agreements.
  • Good understanding of current market trends, supplier networks, and procurement strategies.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary.
  • Company vehicle or vehicle allowance.
  • Annual leave plus public holidays.
  • Life assurance.
  • Employee discounts.
  • Cycle to Work scheme.
  • Holiday purchase scheme.
  • Learning and development opportunities, including professional qualifications and training.
  • Employee referral programme.
  • Health and wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme.
  • A collaborative and inclusive working environment with opportunities for career progression.

About the Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator looking to develop their career within a well-established construction business. The role offers the chance to work on a diverse range of projects while contributing to successful tender submissions and supporting profitable project delivery.

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