Estimator in City of London

We are currently working with a leading regional contractor seeking an experienced Estimator to join their Planned Works team. This is a key role supporting the delivery of high-quality refurbishment and planned maintenance projects. You\’ll be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates and helping the business secure profitable work.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and analyse scopes of work, drawings, specifications, and ITT documentation to fully understand project requirements.
• Prepare take-offs and produce bills of quantities where required.
• Develop detailed tender work packages and manage relationships with the pre-construction supply chain.
• Identify and assess project risks, ensuring these are reflected in tender submissions.
• Analyse supplier and subcontractor returns; price works from first principles when needed.
• Attend site visits, project meetings, and client presentations as required.
• Contribute to weekly Pipeline and Estimating Review meetings.
• Offer insights and raise queries during Tender Launch meetings.
• Present pricing and methodology during Tender Adjudication meetings.
• Ensure clear and consistent communication with internal teams throughout the pre-construction phase.
• Support post-tender reviews to evaluate outcomes and capture lessons learned.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline (preferred).
• Proven experience as a Construction Estimator or Quantity Surveyor, ideally in planned works or refurbishment.
• Strong understanding of pricing mechanisms including NatFed SORs, Bespoke SORs, Lump Sum pricing, Basket Rates, and Archetype Rates.
• Hands‑on experience working on occupied refurbishment projects.
• Excellent analytical, numerical, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with job management or estimating software is highly desirable.