Our client is a multi-disciplined construction company based in the Northwest. They operate across a range of sectors nationwide, including:
- Social Housing
- Commercial & Leisure
- Health
- Education
- Heritage
- Student Living
Due to a busy work stream they are looking for an Estimator to join their team in Merseyside.
Their projects range from £100k to £6mil.
Job Purpose
To prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for construction, refurbishment, and maintenance projects, ensuring tenders are commercially viable and aligned with company objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Review drawings, specifications, and tender documents to understand project requirements
- Carry out quantity take-offs and prepare detailed cost estimates
- Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors
- Prepare and submit tender documents within deadlines
- Identify project risks and include appropriate contingencies
- Liaise with project managers, clients, and commercial teams
- Assist in value engineering to optimise cost without compromising quality
- Maintain and update cost databases and historical records
- Support handover of successful bids to the delivery team
Role-Specific Duties
Construction (New Build):
- Develop cost plans from early design through to final tender
- Interpret architectural and engineering drawings
Refurbishment:
- Conduct site visits to assess existing conditions
- Account for unknowns and potential variations
Maintenance:
- Price works using schedules of rates
- Handle reactive and planned maintenance estimates efficiently
- Key Skills & Competencies
- Strong numerical and analytical skills
- Good understanding of construction methods and materials
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Commercial awareness and negotiation skills
- Proficient in estimating software and Microsoft Excel
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities
- Ability to manage multiple tenders under tight deadlines
Qualifications & Experience
Essential:
- Experience in construction estimating (new build, refurb, or maintenance)
- Knowledge of UK construction practices and contracts
Desirable:
- Degree or HNC/HND in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or similar
- Membership or working towards membership with Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)
- Experience with estimating software (e.g. CostX, ConQuest, or similar)