Estimator, Construction, Civil Engineering

Position: Estimator (Permanent)
Estimator – Construction Contractor

Location:

Northwest England (Office-Based)

Employment Type:

Full-time, Permanent

The Company

Our client is a well-established, privately owned construction and refurbishment contractor operating nationally. The business delivers a broad range of works including fit-out, refurbishment, maintenance, and compliance projects across sectors such as commercial, residential, healthcare, secure environments, and social housing. With multiple regional offices and a strong order book, they are recognised for quality delivery, repeat business and long-term client relationships.

The Role

Due to continued growth, our client is seeking an experienced Estimator to join their pre-construction team. The successful candidate will play a key role in pricing and securing new work, supporting bid strategy, and ensuring commercially robust tenders across a varied project portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

Preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates and tender submissions

Reviewing drawings, specifications, schedules, and tender documentation

Carrying out detailed quantity take-offs and cost build-ups

Assessing risk, value engineering opportunities, and commercial viability

Obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations

Maintaining pricing databases and supply chain relationships

Supporting bid meetings, tender clarifications, and handovers to delivery teams

Undertaking site visits where required to verify scope and constraints

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

Proven experience as an Estimator within UK construction, refurbishment or fit-out

Strong commercial and numerical capability with high attention to detail

Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications

Competent with Excel and estimating/take-off software

Strong communication and negotiation skills

Full UK driving licence

Desirable:

Construction-related qualification (HNC/HND/Degree)

Experience with framework, schedule of rates or compliance-based works

What’s on Offer

Competitive salary dependent on experience

Long-term career progression within a stable, growing contractor

Exposure to varied and repeat-client projects

Supportive, professional working environment