Estimator, Construction

Job Profile for Estimator - DM 45682

Location: Sandwich, Kent (with flexibility to be based from Kings Hill - once a week travel to Sandwich required)
Salary: 32,000 - 38,000 DOE
Hours: 40 hours per week Monday-Friday (flexible start/finish)
Working Pattern: Office-based

Due to a healthy pipeline of work, our client, a well-established construction specialist with an annual turnover of circa 20m. Looking to appoint an enthusiastic and driven Estimator to join their growing commercial team.

This role would suit an Estimator with 2-5 years' experience who enjoys working closely with project and contracts teams, contributing to accurate tender submissions and smooth handovers into delivery. While timber frame experience would be advantageous, it is not essential for the right candidate with a solid construction estimating background.

Estimator - Role Overview

• Review incoming enquiries and assess project requirements
  Produce detailed take-offs and accurate cost estimates
  Prepare estimates ready for submission, ensuring accuracy and consistency
  Support tender submissions and pricing strategies
  Liaise closely with project teams and contracts managers to ensure seamless sales-to-delivery handovers
  Maintain strong communication across internal teams
  Identify inefficiencies and contribute to continuous improvement within estimating processes

Estimator - Requirements

• 2-5 years' experience in a construction estimating role
  Proven knowledge of construction estimating (timber frame experience beneficial but not essential)
  Strong Excel skills, with confidence using formulas and calculations
  Experience using MS Project and/or other project management tools
  Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
  Confident communicator with good negotiation skills
  Ability to work collaboratively within a fast-paced team environment

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: 32,000 - 38,000 DOE
  Flexible working hours - choose between:
  - 7:30am-4:30pm
  - 8:30am-5:30pm
  24 days holiday + Bank Holidays
  Birthday leave
  Pension scheme
  Hybrid working available
  Long-term opportunity within a growing and stable business

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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