Estimator

Position: Estimator
Location: Leeds
Salary: £40,000 - £60,000 + Car Allowance

Bennett & Game are representing a well-established, family-run main contractor who are seeking an Estimator to join their growing team.

The business is a long-established contractor operating for over 40 years, with a turnover of approximately £5-6m and a close-knit team of around 17 staff. Based in Leeds, they deliver a varied portfolio of construction projects including refurbishments, enabling works, office and warehouse fit-outs, extensions and general contracting schemes. Project values typically range from £100k up to £3.5m.

This is a key hire within the business, created to strengthen and develop the estimating function. The successful candidate will take ownership of pricing and tendering activity, reducing reliance on senior management and allowing the leadership team to focus on wider business growth and delivery. The role offers autonomy, responsibility and the opportunity to make a genuine impact within a well-respected contractor.

Esitmator Salary & Benefits

* £40,000 - £60,000 (DOE)
* Car allowance or mileage support
* 25 days holiday plus statutory holidays
* Workplace pension scheme
* Profit-related bonus/payment (company performance dependent)
* Hybrid working available (Leeds office base)
* Long-term progression within a stable, growing contractor

Estimator Position Overview

* Prepare accurate cost estimates across a range of construction projects
* Carry out take-offs and analyse drawings and tender documentation
* Produce detailed pricing and tender submissions
* Liaise with clients, suppliers and internal project teams
* Support bid processes from enquiry through to submission
* Attend site visits when required to support accurate pricing
* Take full ownership of the estimating function within the business

Estimator Position Requirements

* Proven experience as an Estimator within construction or main contracting
* Strong background in refurbishment and general contracting projects
* Ability to produce accurate take-offs and cost plans
* Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
* Confident communicator with internal teams and external stakeholders
* Experience working on projects up to £3m+ preferred

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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