Estimator in Chelmsford, Essex

This role offers the opportunity to join a well-established, family-run building contractor with a strong reputation for quality, long-term client relationships, and a supportive working culture.

Due to continued growth and a healthy pipeline of secured and repeat business, the company is looking to appoint an Estimator to play a key role in securing future projects and supporting the continued success of the business. Working closely alongside the Directors, you will take ownership of tenders from initial enquiry through to submission, helping shape pricing strategy, identify opportunities, and contribute directly to the growth of the company. Projects typically range from £50k to £2m across the commercial, education, healthcare, residential, refurbishment, and mixed-use sectors.

This well-respected building contractor has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects, generating a significant proportion of work through repeat business, referrals, and long-standing client relationships. The business is known for its supportive, down-to-earth culture where people are trusted to do their jobs, given genuine responsibility, and encouraged to contribute ideas.

This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of the estimating process, managing tenders from initial enquiry through to final submission. Working closely with the Directors, you will assess project opportunities, obtain subcontractor quotations, prepare accurate cost estimates, identify potential risks, and help secure commercially successful projects.

Requirements

• Experience within the building construction sector
• Previous estimating, tendering, pricing, commercial, or project delivery experience
• Ability to prepare accurate cost estimates and commercially sound tender submissions
• Good understanding of construction methods, procurement, subcontractor packages, and project delivery
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
• Confident communicator who enjoys working closely with Directors, clients, and colleagues
• Organised, proactive, and capable of managing workload independently

Applications are welcomed from Estimators, Quantity Surveyors, Project Managers, and other construction professionals with relevant estimating or tendering experience.

Remuneration Package

• £65,000 - £80,000 plus:
• Electric Vehicle
• Performance Bonus
• Company Phone and Laptop
• Pension
• Salary Review Following Successful Probation
• Long-Term Career Opportunity
• Supportive and Stable Working Environment

If you would like to be considered for this Estimator position, please apply online today, or contact Rob at David Leslie Ltd for an informal and confidential discussion.

This role would suit candidates currently working as: Estimator, Senior Estimator, Building Estimator, Construction Estimator, Quantity Surveyor, Project Manager.