Drylining Estimator: Tender & Cost Lead

Caval Limited; Ribble Valley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Caval Limited is seeking an experienced Estimator to join its drylining subcontracting team in the United Kingdom. You will review tender packages, carry out take-offs, prepare cost estimates, and submit competitive tenders while liaising with clients and suppliers.

The role requires strong attention to detail, good understanding of drawings, and the ability to manage multiple tenders to deadlines.

Qualifications

• Experience in estimating within drylining, ceilings, partitions or related construction sectors.
• Good understanding of construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong knowledge of labour, material and subcontractor costs.
• Excellent attention to detail and commercial awareness.
• Confident using Excel and estimating software.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specifications and tender documents.
• Complete detailed material and labour take-offs.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates and quotations.
• Obtain and compare supplier/subcontractor quotations.
• Identify project risks, exclusions and opportunities.
• Liaise with clients, main contractors, suppliers and internal teams.
• Manage multiple tenders and meet submission deadlines.
• Support the commercial team with handovers and project information.

Skills

Estimating

Tendering

Excel

Estimating software

Negotiation

Communication

Deadline management

Tools

Estimating software

Excel

Job description

Caval Limited is seeking an experienced Estimator to join its drylining subcontracting team in the United Kingdom. You will review tender packages, carry out take-offs, prepare cost estimates, and submit competitive tenders while liaising with clients and suppliers.

The role requires strong attention to detail, good understanding of drawings, and the ability to manage multiple tenders to deadlines.