Estimator

The Company

We are currently collaborating with an award-winning regional Main Contractor based in Essex. Established over 30 years ago, the company delivers a diverse range of projects across London and the Southeast.

They partner with local authorities, housing associations, and private clients across all sectors under both traditional and design & build arrangements. Their sectors include commercial, education, healthcare, heritage, and residential.

With a turnover exceeding £100 million, the company typically undertakes projects valuing between £1 million and £40 million.

They have a strong Belief in developing and retaining the best talent the industry has to offer, and pride themselves on their reputation for delivering high-quality services consistently throughout their existence.

The Role

They are seeking an experienced Estimator to join their Essex office on a hybrid basis (3 days in the office / 2 days from home).

The Estimator will support the work-winning team by preparing accurate cost plans and tenders, working closely with the Estimating Manager, Directors, and wider preconstruction team.

Roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

* Contribute to tender strategy at pre-tender launch meetings

* Conduct site visits to fully understand project scope

* Identify risks/opportunities in design development and agree pricing approach

* Prepare accurate take-offs from drawings in line with measurement standards

* Manage supply chain enquiries, assess returns, and adjust for qualifications/exclusions

* Build net build costs from first principles where quotes are unavailable

* Prepare preliminaries and design fee budgets with Design/Operations teams

* Produce accurate net cost estimates and present to the Director

* Contribute to client meetings and presentations

* Issue complete and accurate tender handover packs to the delivery team

* Support tender handover meetings to ensure smooth project mobilisation

* Maintain strong relationships with supply chain, consultants, and clients

* Assist with continuous improvement of estimating processes

* Actively develop personal knowledge and skills relevant to the role