Commercial Pre-Construction Estimator – Bedford

Rise 10 Talent Ltd; Bedford; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Private healthcare

Pension

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Rise10 Recruitment in Bedford is seeking a Pre-Construction Estimator to join our established construction and electrical contracting client’s team. The role involves reviewing project information, completing take-offs, and preparing competitive tenders for projects up to £250,000.

You will liaise with clients, suppliers and subcontractors to ensure accurate estimates and timely tender submissions, contributing to commercially viable projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commercial construction estimating.
• Experience managing the full tender submission process.
• NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations (Estimator), or equivalent experience.
• Experience completing labour and material take-offs from drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Good IT skills and using estimating/pricing systems.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and interpret project information, drawings and specifications.
• Prepare estimates and competitive bid proposals for commercial construction projects up to £250,000.
• Complete accurate material and labour take-offs from drawings.
• Understand construction planning, sequencing and project requirements.
• Raise RFIs with clients to clarify specifications, drawings or unclear information.
• Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain pricing.
• Use in-house pricing and quoting systems to prepare detailed estimates.
• Attend site visits and undertake site surveys where required.
• Participate in site reviews, tender reviews, tender handovers and project close-out meetings.
• Support the relevant business unit and provide regular progress updates.
• Ensure estimates and tender submissions are accurate and commercially competitive.

Education

NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations (Estimator)

Job description

Rise10 Recruitment in Bedford is seeking a Pre-Construction Estimator to join our established construction and electrical contracting client’s team. The role involves reviewing project information, completing take-offs, and preparing competitive tenders for projects up to £250,000.

You will liaise with clients, suppliers and subcontractors to ensure accurate estimates and timely tender submissions, contributing to commercially viable projects.