Construction Estimator - Tendering & Profitability

MacStaff Limited; Liss; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional benefits package

Job summary

MacStaff Limited is recruiting an Estimator – Construction for a Bournemouth/Poole based role. You will prepare accurate cost estimates and competitive tenders for building construction, refurbishment and improvements, coordinating with clients, suppliers and subcontractors across the South of England.

The role requires experience interpreting drawings and tender documents, strong numerical and analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple tenders to strict deadlines.

Qualifications

• Proven estimating experience within building construction, refurbishment or main contracting.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, labour and subcontractor costs.
• Experience interpreting drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Confidence preparing estimates, pricing schedules and competitive tender submissions.
• Experience obtaining, comparing and negotiating supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Good commercial awareness and understanding of construction project risks.
• Excellent numerical, analytical and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and meet tight submission deadlines.
• Competence using estimating software, spreadsheets and construction management systems.
• Experience with SimPRO would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Review tender enquiries, specifications, drawings and supporting project documentation.
• Assess project scope, requirements, costs, risks and commercial considerations.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates, competitive quotations and tender submissions.
• Issue subcontractor and supplier enquiries, obtaining and evaluating quotations.
• Develop competitive rates for labour, materials and specialist subcontract packages.
• Maintain strong supplier and subcontractor relationships.
• Manage multiple tender enquiries and ensure timely, accurate submissions.
• Prepare detailed pricing breakdowns and supporting tender documentation.
• Complete prequalification questionnaires (PQQs) where required.
• Support Assistant Estimators with enquiries and quotation information.
• Maintain organised estimating records and project information using relevant software.
• Coordinate successful tender handovers to Quantity Surveyors and Contracts Managers.

Skills

Estimating experience

Construction methods

Tender submissions

Quotations negotiation

Numerical skills

Organisational skills

Education

QS/Estimating qualification desirable

Tools

Estimating software

Spreadsheets

Construction management systems

SimPRO

Job description

MacStaff Limited is recruiting an Estimator – Construction for a Bournemouth/Poole based role. You will prepare accurate cost estimates and competitive tenders for building construction, refurbishment and improvements, coordinating with clients, suppliers and subcontractors across the South of England.

The role requires experience interpreting drawings and tender documents, strong numerical and analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple tenders to strict deadlines.