Construction Estimator

JR United Kingdom; Wigan; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A design & build enterprise in Wigan is seeking an Experienced or Assistant Estimator to join their Commercial Team. The ideal candidate will have experience in the Construction/Interiors sector and a qualification in Construction & The Built Environment. Responsibilities include producing accurate estimates, managing tenders, and attending site visits. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits including a pension scheme and professional development support.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Staff reward and recognition programme

Support for continuous professional development

Qualifications

• Some experience in the Construction/Interiors sector.
• Qualification in Construction & The Built Environment or related degree.
• Familiarity with estimating software is beneficial.
• Full UK driving licence for site visits.

Responsibilities

• Produce high quality, accurate estimates.
• Process tenders and identify risks.
• Prepare take-offs and utilize Estimating software.
• Manage Bid Preparation aspects and attend site visits.

Skills

Construction/Interiors experience

Estimating software familiarity

Strong communication skills

Client-facing skills

Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel)

Education

Qualification in Construction & The Built Environment

Tools

Estimating software (Evaluate)

MS Project

Job description

Overview

Construction Estimator – Wigan. Amspec Limited has grown over 23 years into a capable Design & Build enterprise operating in four key sectors: Commercial & Industrial, Retail & Leisure, Public Sector, and Specialist & Bespoke (design and manufacture of fitted and loose joinery products). We have a fantastic opportunity to add to our busy Commercial Team by recruiting an Experienced or Assistant Estimator. The role is suitable for candidates with Construction/Interiors sector experience on projects of varying values. A qualification in Construction & The Built Environment or a related construction degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce high quality, accurate estimates presented in a legible, analytical and logical format.
• Process tenders, review tenders within the team prior to submission, identify risks, and obtain prices from our pool of sub-contractors.
• Prepare accurate take-offs and utilise Estimating software (knowledge of Evaluate or similar is beneficial; full training will be provided).
• Manage all aspects of Bid Preparation, prepare enquiries to Sub-Contractors, perform cost comparisons and develop bid strategies with a deep understanding of our sector.
• Organise and attend site visits with Clients and Sub-contractors; attend Client progress meetings to stay informed of commercial issues.
• Liaise with clients and work on multiple tenders in a busy environment; adapt and learn our software (Eque2 / Evaluate) and MS Project (proficient is advantageous).
• Undertake client tender presentations and have technical knowledge of the construction methods used in tenders.
• Attend sites to carry out surveys; a full UK driving licence is essential.
• Demonstrate excellent computer literacy (Word, Excel) and practical problem-solving abilities.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Some Construction/Interiors sector experience; experience on projects of varying values.
• Qualification in Construction & The Built Environment or a related construction degree (or working towards one).
• Familiarity with estimating software; knowledge of Evaluate or similar is beneficial (training provided).
• Ability to work on multiple tenders, strong communication and client-facing skills.
• Full UK driving licence; willingness to visit sites for surveys.
• Excellent computer literacy (MS Word, Excel) and a practical, common-sense approach to information gathering and problem solving.

Benefits & Conditions

• Full-time permanent position to commence asap. Hours typically Monday to Friday, 07:30–17:00 with a 30-minute lunch (flexible if required).
• Competitive salary negotiable dependent upon experience and qualifications.
• Company pension scheme and staff reward and recognition programme.
• Support for continuous professional development with no barriers to further training.