Construction Estimator

Access Talent Group; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company near Reading is looking for an Experienced Construction Estimator to prepare detailed cost estimates and support project bids. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years in a contracting environment, with expertise in multiple project types including cut & carve and refurbishment. This role offers a car allowance, annual bonus, and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Annual Bonus

Pension contribution

BUPA Healthcare Cover

25 days annual leave

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in estimating within a main contracting background.
• Strong knowledge of cut & carve, civils, structural, envelope, and refurbishment.
• Experience working on design & build (D&B) projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates, take-offs, and package preparation.
• Support bid and tender processes with detailed cost analysis.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure cost-effective solutions.

Skills

Estimating

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

IT proficiency (estimating software, Excel)

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an Experienced Construction Estimator to join a leading Main Contractor based near Reading. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in take-offs, package preparation, and estimating across cut and carve, civils, structural, envelope, and refurbishment projects.

This is a hybrid role with flexible working arrangements, allowing up to 3-4 days WFH if required. Ideally, the candidate will be based within an hour’s commute of our office, but we are open to finding the right person regardless of location.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates, take-offs, and package preparation
• Work across D&B, healthcare, commercial, technology, and light industrial/manufacturing projects
• Accurately price projects valued between £1m - £15mBuild and maintain strong relationships with the supply chain in the region
• Support bid and tender processes with detailed cost analysis
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure cost-effective solutions

Requirements

• 10+ years’ experience in estimating within a main contracting background
• Strong knowledge of cut & carve, civils, structural, envelope, and refurbishment
• Experience working on design & build (D&B) projects
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Strong IT proficiency, including estimating software and Excel
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Ideally based within 1 hour of Reading, but remote flexibility available

Salary & Benefits

• Car Allowance: £6,000 p/a OR access to an EV salary sacrifice company car scheme
• Annual Bonus: 10% of salary (based on company & personal performance)
• Pension: 4% employer contribution
• BUPA Healthcare Cover (subject to acceptance)
• Annual Leave: 25 days (including Christmas shutdown) + Public & Bank Holidays

How to Apply

If you are a highly experienced Construction Estimator with a strong background in main contracting, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV!