Estimator

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.