Estimator, Construction, Civil Engineering

Position: Estimator (Permanent)
Location: Matshead

Job Title:

Estimator

Location:

Preston, Lancashire

Salary:
Up to £65,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits

The Company

Our client is an established main contractor based in Preston, delivering high-quality new build and refurbishment projects across the Healthcare and Public Sector sectors. With a strong pipeline of work and a collaborative commercial team, they are now looking to appoint an Estimator to support the continued growth of the business.

You'll be joining a supportive estimating team of five, made up of experienced Estimators and Administrators, working in a professional but friendly environment that values development, collaboration, and long-term careers.

The Role

The Estimator will play a key role in the tendering process, preparing and coordinating pricing submissions for a range of construction projects. The role will involve preparing tender documentation, analysing returns, and assisting in the production of competitive bids.

This position would suit someone with general main contractor estimating experience who enjoys working within a team and contributing to winning work across meaningful public sector projects.

Key Responsibilities

Preparing and coordinating tender packages for subcontractors and suppliers

Analysing and comparing subcontractor returns to ensure best value and compliance

Preparing preliminaries and supporting tender documentation

Assisting in the preparation of competitive and accurate tender submissions

Liaising with internal teams and supply chain partners during the tender process

Supporting the estimating team in delivering high-quality bids across healthcare and public sector projects

Using estimating software (experience with Causeway is beneficial but training can be provided)

Requirements

Previous estimating experience within a main contractor environment

Strong understanding of general construction and tendering processes

Experience working on new build or refurbishment projects

Ability to analyse subcontractor packages and pricing returns

Good commercial awareness and attention to detail

Experience with Causeway estimating software is desirable but not essential

Please note:

Candidates from subcontractor-only backgrounds will not be suitable for this role.

Benefits

Salary up to £65,000

Car allowance

Vitality private healthcare

Structured training and development programme

Regular team and company social events

Opportunity to join a supportive and growing estimating team