Construction Estimator – Tendering & Costing

Building Careers UK Ltd; Bolton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Career progression

Job summary

Building Careers UK Ltd is seeking an Estimator - Construction in Bolton to prepare accurate cost estimates and competitive tender submissions for diverse construction projects. You will review drawings, specifications and tender documents, performing detailed take-offs and pricing to support successful bids.

Experience in contractor environments, strong measurement and commercial awareness, and proficiency with Bluebeam or Candy estimating are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in construction estimating, ideally within a contractor environment.
• Experience as an Estimator or Intermediate Estimator, depending on level of responsibility.
• The ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Strong measurement, take‑off and cost calculation skills.
• Good commercial awareness and an understanding of construction costs.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities.
• The ability to manage deadlines and prioritise multiple tender enquiries.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for construction projects.
• Review drawings, specifications and tender documentation to establish project scope and requirements.
• Complete accurate take-offs, measurements and quantity calculations.
• Build up rates covering materials, labour, plant, subcontractor packages and associated costs.
• Obtain, review and compare supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors and internal teams to clarify pricing and technical information.
• Identify commercial risks, exclusions, scope gaps and potential cost‑saving opportunities.
• Assist with the preparation of tender documentation and supporting pricing schedules.
• Ensure estimates are accurate, competitive and submitted within agreed deadlines.
• Maintain clear estimating records and pricing information.
• Work collaboratively with commercial and operational colleagues to support successful project handovers.
• Contribute to improving estimating processes, cost information and tender performance.

Skills

Construction estimating

Tendering

Take‑off measurements

Commercial awareness

Communication

Deadline management

Tools

Bluebeam

Candy estimating

Excel

Job description

Building Careers UK Ltd is seeking an Estimator - Construction in Bolton to prepare accurate cost estimates and competitive tender submissions for diverse construction projects. You will review drawings, specifications and tender documents, performing detailed take-offs and pricing to support successful bids.

Experience in contractor environments, strong measurement and commercial awareness, and proficiency with Bluebeam or Candy estimating are highly valued.