Estimator

CCR Recruitment; Basildon; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Long-term career progression

London-based projects

Job summary

CCR Recruitment partners with a well-established specialist contractor delivering drylining and façade packages across major residential, commercial and mixed-use developments in and around London. The role focuses on owning tenders from enquiry to submission and handover, with strong emphasis on accurate pricing, risk assessment and commercial awareness.

The successful Estimator will work closely with commercial and pre-construction teams to produce competitive bids for high-profile projects in

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Estimator within drylining, façades, interiors or specialist subcontracting.
• Strong knowledge of drylining systems and façade construction methods with current market pricing.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications and technical information.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and competitive estimates for drylining and façade packages.
• Review drawings, specifications, scopes and tender documentation.
• Carry out accurate quantity take-offs and pricing exercises.
• Obtain, assess and compare subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and potential commercial risks.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, suppliers and internal teams throughout the tender process.
• Support tender presentations, interviews and pre-construction meetings.
• Maintain accurate estimating records and pricing information.
• Contribute to improving estimating procedures and processes.
• Support handover of secured projects to delivery teams.

Skills

Drylining & façades estimating

Tendering & take-offs

Reading drawings & specs

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Estimator – Drylining & Facades

We are partnering with a well-established and growing specialist contractor delivering drylining and façade packages across major residential, commercial and mixed-use developments throughout London.

With a strong pipeline of secured and upcoming projects, the business is looking to appoint an experienced Estimator to join its pre-construction team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator with strong drylining and façade experience to take ownership of tenders, work on high-profile developments and play a key role in securing new business for an ambitious and growing contractor.

As an Estimator, you will be responsible for managing the tendering process from initial enquiry through to submission and handover.

Working closely with the commercial, pre-construction and operational teams, you will produce accurate and competitive tenders while identifying commercial opportunities, managing risk and ensuring bids are delivered to a high standard.

The role would suit an Estimator who combines strong technical knowledge with commercial awareness and enjoys working in a fast-paced specialist contracting environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and competitive estimates for drylining and façade packages.
• Review drawings, specifications, scopes and tender documentation.
• Carry out accurate quantity take-offs and pricing exercises.
• Obtain, assess and compare subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and potential commercial risks.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, suppliers and internal teams throughout the tender process.
• Support tender presentations, interviews and pre-construction meetings.
• Maintain accurate estimating records and pricing information.
• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of estimating procedures and processes.
• Support the successful handover of secured projects to the commercial and delivery teams.

About You

The successful candidate will have proven experience working as an Estimator within drylining, façades, interiors or specialist subcontracting.

You will ideally have:

• Strong knowledge of drylining systems, façade construction methods and current market pricing.
• Experience estimating and pricing projects within the London construction market.
• The ability to confidently read and interpret drawings, specifications and technical information.
• Strong commercial awareness with excellent attention to detail.
• Experience using estimating software and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication, organisational and time-management skills.
• The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with wider project teams.

Desirable Experience

Experience in the following areas would be advantageous:

• Residential, commercial and mixed-use developments.
• SFS and rainscreen cladding.
• Partitions and ceilings.
• Internal fit-out packages.
• Negotiated tenders and two-stage procurement.
• Working with main contractors, developers and consultants.

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Long-term career progression within a growing specialist contractor.
• A strong pipeline of London-based projects.
• A collaborative, supportive and commercially driven team.
• The opportunity to work on high-profile construction developments.
• Genuine opportunity to make an impact within an ambitious and expanding business.