Estimator – Construction & Refurbishment

Hours: 42.5 per week

Salary: Attractive package, open to negotiation based on experience

We’re looking for a commercially minded Estimator who enjoys diving into the detail and playing a key part in winning work. This role sits at the heart of the pre‑construction activity and offers the chance to influence projects from the very start.

You’ll be involved in a diverse portfolio of work spanning healthcare, leisure, retail, social housing and refurbishment, delivering high-quality solutions for both public-sector bodies and private clients.

The Role

As an Estimator, you’ll take ownership of preparing robust, competitive tenders across a range of construction and refurbishment schemes. Working alongside the commercial, pre‑construction and delivery teams, you’ll ensure pricing is accurate, achievable, and aligned with business objectives.

This is a role for someone who enjoys collaboration, understands construction methodology, and is confident balancing commercial risk with opportunity.

Key Duties

• Producing comprehensive cost plans and tender estimates

• Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender information to identify scope and risks

• Sourcing, assessing and comparing prices from subcontractors and suppliers

• Creating detailed cost breakdowns and bills of quantities

• Supporting bid strategies by highlighting value opportunities and potential risks

• Engaging with internal teams and external partners throughout the tender process

• Contributing to tender submissions, clarifications and presentations

• Attending bid reviews and pre‑construction meetings

• Maintaining accurate pricing data and tender records

• Assisting with value engineering and early-stage cost planning

About You

• Proven experience estimating within the construction or refurbishment sector

• Confident working with drawings, specifications and technical information

• Strong numerical ability with a methodical, detail-focused approach

• Solid understanding of construction methods and commercial principles

• Able to manage workloads independently while contributing as part of a team

• Clear and professional communicator

• Experience using Conquest is an advantage, but not essential – training can be provided

What’s in It for You?

• Competitive, negotiable salary

• Private healthcare

• 32 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays)

• Flexible working options

• Company pension scheme

• Cycle to work initiative

• Bereavement leave

• Free on-site parking

• Supportive, collaborative commercial environment

• Exposure to a varied and interesting project portfolio

What you need to do now

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