At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare cost estimates and competitive tenders for exciting construction projects.
- Company: Join a well-established construction business with a supportive team culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, healthcare plan, and family-friendly policies.
- Other info: Long-term career progression opportunities in a dynamic construction environment.
- Why this job: Take ownership of the estimating process and impact profitable project delivery.
- Qualifications: Level 3 qualification in Construction or related field and 3 years' estimating experience.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Location: Castledawson, Co. Derry
Hours: Monday - Friday | 08:00 - 17:00
Contract: Permanent | Full-Time
The Opportunity
Reactive Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a well-established construction business for an experienced Estimator to join their commercial team based in Castledawson. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Estimator looking to take ownership of the estimating function while supporting commercial and operational teams in delivering profitable construction projects. The role offers long-term career stability, excellent benefits and the opportunity to work on a diverse range of tenders and live projects.
The Role
Reporting to the Core Services Director, you'll be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates and competitive tender submissions while supporting the commercial performance of projects throughout delivery. Working closely with suppliers, subcontractors and operational teams, you'll play a key role in pricing projects, identifying commercial risks and supporting successful project delivery from tender stage through to completion.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare competitive tender submissions and detailed cost estimates.
- Complete quantity take-offs from drawings and project specifications.
- Obtain, analyse and negotiate supplier and subcontractor quotations.
- Carry out value engineering and project risk assessments.
- Monitor project costs against budgets throughout delivery.
- Manage variations, re-measurements and change orders.
- Support forecasting, commercial reporting and cost planning.
- Maintain historical cost data and benchmarking information.
- Build strong working relationships with clients, suppliers and subcontractors.
- Ensure compliance with company procedures, contractual requirements and industry standards.
What We're Looking For
We're keen to speak with experienced professionals currently working as:
- Estimator
- Senior Estimator
- Quantity Surveyor / Estimator
- Commercial Estimator
You'll ideally have experience within:
- Construction
- Main Contracting
- Facilities Management
- Civil Engineering
- Building Services
- Refurbishment
Essential Experience
- Level 3 qualification or above in Construction, Quantity Surveying, Estimating or a related discipline.
- Minimum 3 years' estimating experience.
- Experience preparing tenders and competitive cost estimates.
- Strong commercial awareness and understanding of project delivery.
- Experience managing supplier and subcontractor enquiries.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience working within a fast-paced construction environment.
Highly Desirable
- NEC contract experience.
- Public sector or housing project experience.
- Experience using estimating software such as Conquest or Causeway.
What's On Offer
- Competitive salary (DOE).
- Healthcare Cash Plan.
- Life Assurance.
- Family Friendly Policies.
- Employee Discount & Cashback Scheme.
- Additional company benefits.
- Permanent, long-term opportunity with career progression.
- Monday - Friday working hours with an established commercial team.
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing construction business where you'll take ownership of the estimating process and play a key role in securing and delivering profitable projects. You'll work alongside experienced commercial professionals with genuine opportunities for long-term career progression in a stable and supportive environment.
Skills: Estimating, Tender Submission, Tender Preparation, BOQ Tenders, Quantity Surveying, Cost Planning
Benefits: Company Vehicle, Fuel Allowance, Paid Holidays, Parking, Pension Fund, Medical Aid / Health Care
Estimator/Quantity Surveyor in Magherafelt employer: reactive-recruitment
Join a well-established construction business in Castledawson, Co. Derry, where you will thrive in a supportive and collaborative work culture. With a focus on employee growth, this role offers long-term career stability, competitive benefits including a healthcare cash plan and family-friendly policies, and the chance to work on diverse and exciting projects. Be part of a team that values your expertise and provides genuine opportunities for professional development in a dynamic environment.
