Birmingham Estimator – Pre-Construction & Tender Lead

Falcon Green; Nechells; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Falcon Green in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Estimator to join its pre-construction team. Based at the Birmingham office, you will be involved across the tender process, producing competitive, accurate cost plans and tender submissions.

You will review drawings and specifications, obtain subcontractor quotations, identify risks, and explore value engineering opportunities while collaborating with commercial, design and operational teams to hand over secured projects to delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Estimator in the construction industry.
• Experience working for a Main Contractor.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, costs and tendering processes.
• Good commercial awareness.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage tenders and work to deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Preparing detailed cost estimates and tender submissions.
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Producing accurate cost plans.
• Identifying potential risks and opportunities within tenders.
• Exploring value engineering opportunities.
• Liaising with subcontractors and the wider supply chain.
• Working closely with commercial, design and operational teams.
• Supporting tender presentations and adjudications.
• Assisting with the handover of successfully secured projects to the delivery team.

Skills

Tendering

Cost Estimation

Subcontractors

Communication

Organisation

Deadlines

Job description

Falcon Green in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Estimator to join its pre-construction team. Based at the Birmingham office, you will be involved across the tender process, producing competitive, accurate cost plans and tender submissions.

You will review drawings and specifications, obtain subcontractor quotations, identify risks, and explore value engineering opportunities while collaborating with commercial, design and operational teams to hand over secured projects to delivery.