Estimator

Fawkes and Reece; Lydney; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to £70k

Competitive package

Flexible working arrangement

Progression pathways to leadership

Job summary

A leading construction firm based in Basingstoke is seeking an Estimator to join their pre-construction team. The successful candidate will work on tenders for projects valued up to £15 million within the public sector, including healthcare and education. Offering a salary up to £70,000 along with flexible working arrangements and progression opportunities, this role is perfect for experienced estimators looking to advance their careers. Commutable distance to Basingstoke is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience within an estimating role.
• Ability to price projects independently up to £15mil.
• Must be commutable to Basingstoke.

Responsibilities

• Independently tender projects valuing up to £15mil.
• Work with Surveying and Operations to create competitive tenders.
• Mentor junior staff members.

Skills

Pricing from first principles

Experience with 2-stage tenders

Team collaboration

Job description

Reference: AAESTRG_1768815469
Posted: January 19, 2026

We have an excellent opportunity for an Estimator to join a tier 1 main contractor based in Basingstoke. The business unit work on projects predominantly within the public sector including blue light, defence, education and healthcare valuing anywhere from £100k - £20mil. Having seen continued success and an increase in inbound opportunity, they're now looking to expand their pre-construction team with an additional Estimator.

About the role of Estimator:

As Estimator you will be working within a pre-construction team led by an experienced Pre-Construction Director, working alongside a Senior Estimator. You will be involved in tenders from initial conception.

• Independently tender projects valuing up to £15mil.


• Work collaboratively with Surveying and Operational teams to produce competitive tenders


• Report into the Managing Estimator


• Be responsible for the mentoring of more junior members of staff

Requirements for this Estimator role:

• Be able to price from first principles


• Experience working on 2-stage tenders & frameworks is highly beneficial


• Have at least 5 years experience within an estimating role


• Live in a commutable distance to Basingstoke and be happy to travel to office / site when required.

Whats on offer in return for this Estimator position:

• Salary: Up to £70k


• Competitive package


• Flexible working arrangement / WFH available


• Progression pathways to leadership

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Estimator with experience pricing projects within a main contractor to join a leading business with ample room for progression in the role.

If you think you'd be a suitable applicant for the role or would like more information, please contact Abbie in our Southampton office.

Please note this role requires the full UK right to work status and will not support visa sponsorship.