Construction Estimator

A.R.N Projects; Poulton-le-Fylde; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Other package benefits

Hybrid working

Job summary

ARN Projects is seeking an experienced Construction Estimator to join our team in the Northwest region. You will prepare accurate cost estimates for new build and refurbishment projects and support tender submissions.

The role integrates with pre-construction and commercial teams, requiring strong collaboration and commercial awareness. The ideal candidate has a degree in construction or a related field, proven estimating experience, and proficient use of estimating tools.

Qualifications

• Experience as estimator in residential and/or commercial construction.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Degree in construction or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Meet clients to understand project requirements and advise on pricing.
• Visit sites for detailed surveys.
• Prepare cost estimates for materials, labour, and equipment.
• Analyse drawings and specifications to determine project needs.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers and subcontractors for pricing.
• Prepare tender submissions and support bid processes.
• Maintain records in estimating systems.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities in tenders.
• Assist in pricing project variations.

Skills

Estimating skills

Numerical analysis

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Autonomy

Education

Construction-related degree

Tools

Estimating software

MS Office (Excel)

Job description

Head Office: Blackpool

Salary: Negotiatble subject to experinece , + car allowance + other pacakage benefits

Type: Full Time Permanent – Hybrid Working

Status: Live – Interviewing Now

Since 1981 ARN Projects have been recognised as specialists in home building and property refurbishment, offering tailored solutions with high specifications and excellent quality finish, in and around the Northwest. Due to recent sustained and forward looking growth, we are looking to recruit an Estimator to join our team and be part of our future growth and continued success story.

We are seeking a proactive, dynamic and commercially aware Construction Estimator to play a key role in working closely with the pre-construction and commercial teams; reporting initially to the MD.

As an Estimator, you'll play a key role in securing new business by preparing accurate, competitive tenders for a range of construction projects; including new build and refurbishment of existing residential properties and other commercial projects.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Meeting clients to understand their project requirements and provide technical advice, building strong relationships with new and existing clients
• Visiting customer sites to carry out detailed surveys.
• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for construction projects, including materials, labour, and equipment.
• Analyse drawings, specifications, and other project documents to determine project requirements.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and subcontractors to obtain pricing and ensure all aspects of the project are covered.
• Challenge estimates and quotes to gain the most commercially beneficial outcome, balancing pricing, quality and availability.
• Prepare tender submissions and support the bid process to secure new projects.
• Support the commercial management of projects once on site.
• Assisting in the pricing of project variations.
• Identifying commercial risk and opportunity within tenders
• Maintaining accurate records using the company's estimating systems.
• Create and maintain cost databases using estimating software

About You

The ideal candidate will be organised, commercially aware and have a strong technical understanding of drawings, specifications and construction processes and be able to work autonomously.

You will have a can-do solution orientated mindset, with excellent attention to detail, strong numerical and analytical skills, while working to deadlines. You will also be comfortable communicating with colleagues, customers and suppliers at all levels.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience working as an estimator in Residential and/or Commercial Construction
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Competent using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines and work autonomously
• Commercial or customer-facing experience
• Experience dealing with subcontractors, supplier enquiries and procurement.
• Full UK Driving Licence (projects are generally within a 50-mile radius of the office).
• Knowledge of UK construction contracts and relevant legislation.
• Knowledge and familiarity with Measurement and Estimating software
• Educated to Degree level, preferably within a construction or related discipline
• Familiarity with AI estimation tools, automation or innovation

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

All submitted applications will be reviewed by a real person.