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
- 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.
- 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
- Company vehicle or vehicle allowance.
- Annual leave plus public holidays.
- Life assurance.
- Cycle to Work 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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Estimator in Leeds employer: MostonRECRUIT
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