Construction Estimator: Tender & Cost Analytics

MostonRECRUIT; Leeds; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Annual leave plus public holidays

Life assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Employee referral programme

Health and wellbeing support

Collaborative working environment and

Job summary

MostonRECRUIT is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our growing construction team in Leeds. You will produce accurate cost estimates for diverse projects, support tender submissions, and assist with procurement and project delivery.

The role requires strong analytical and numerical skills, proficiency in Excel and estimating software, and the ability to collaborate with design, commercial, and operational teams. UK work rights are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong numerical, commercial and analytical abilities.
• Proficiency in Excel and construction estimating software.
• HNC/HND or degree in construction-related field.
• Full right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed cost estimates covering labour, materials, plant, subcontractors, overheads and preliminaries.
• Review tender documents including drawings, specifications, schedules and scope of works.
• Identify risks, opportunities, exclusions and assumptions during tendering.
• Obtain quotations from suppliers/subcontractors to ensure competitive pricing.
• Collaborate with design, commercial and operations teams to align estimates with requirements and programme.
• Advise on cost risks, contingencies, value engineering and alternative methods.
• Support post-tender negotiations and handover to project delivery teams.
• Maintain estimating databases, cost libraries and benchmarking information.
• Participate in tender reviews and present pricing strategies to senior stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

HNC/HND or degree in Construction Management, QS, or Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Estimating software

BIM

Digital take-off software

Job description

MostonRECRUIT is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our growing construction team in Leeds. You will produce accurate cost estimates for diverse projects, support tender submissions, and assist with procurement and project delivery.

The role requires strong analytical and numerical skills, proficiency in Excel and estimating software, and the ability to collaborate with design, commercial, and operational teams. UK work rights are essential.