Construction Estimator & Buyer: Costing, Sourcing & Delivery

Copperfield Recruitment; Chertsey; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Copperfield Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Estimator / Buyer to join its construction-focused client in Chertsey, Surrey. The role is office-based and hands-on, covering estimating, quotations, sourcing materials and managing purchasing across multiple projects.

You will oversee procurement from initial enquiry through to delivery and completion, coordinating with customers, suppliers and subcontractors to control costs and timelines.

Qualifications

• Experience in estimating and purchasing within construction
• Background in construction, fit-out, refurbishment, interiors, or building products
• Strong commercial and negotiation skills
• Ability to understand drawings and specifications
• Strong organisation and attention to detail
• Confidence dealing with customers and suppliers
• Good Microsoft Office skills

Responsibilities

• Preparing estimates, quotations and project costings
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and customer requirements
• Sourcing materials and obtaining supplier quotations
• Negotiating prices and lead times
• Raising and managing purchase orders
• Monitoring costs and project budgets
• Liaising with suppliers, subcontractors and customers
• Coordinating materials and deliveries
• Managing changes to specifications and costs
• Supporting projects through to completion

Skills

Estimating

Buying experience

Negotiation

MS Office

Attention to detail

Job description

Copperfield Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Estimator / Buyer to join its construction-focused client in Chertsey, Surrey. The role is office-based and hands-on, covering estimating, quotations, sourcing materials and managing purchasing across multiple projects.

You will oversee procurement from initial enquiry through to delivery and completion, coordinating with customers, suppliers and subcontractors to control costs and timelines.