Estimator

Walker & Sloan; Buckingham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Competitive pension scheme

Generous annual leave entitlement

Mentoring from estimating/ pre-constr.

Job summary

Walker & Sloan, a respected main contractor, is seeking an ambitious Estimator to join the pre-construction team in London and the Home Counties. You will develop accurate cost estimates, manage tender submissions and coordinate subcontractor inquiries across a varied portfolio of industrial, logistics, and commercial projects.

You will work with senior estimators and commercial teams to identify cost-saving opportunities, assess risks and support the handover of awarded schemes to delivery

Qualifications

• Background in construction estimating or quantity surveying.
• Experience preparing estimates and reviewing tender documentation.
• Strong numerical ability and commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit competitive tenders across varied projects.
• Coordinate subcontractor quotations and evaluate project costs.
• Identify risks and value-engineering opportunities with design teams.

Skills

Estimating

Tendering

Subcontractor enquiries

Numerical ability

Excel

Education

Quantity Surveying or related degree/HNC

Tools

Excel

Job description

Estimator | Major Construction Projects

Competitive Salary + Comprehensive Package

London & Home Counties

Main Contractor | Design & Build | Industrial | Commercial Construction

Walker & Sloan are working with an outstanding, highly respected construction contractor to recruit an ambitious Estimator to join their growing pre-construction team.

Our client has established an exceptional reputation for delivering high-quality construction projects, combining technical expertise, innovative solutions and a collaborative approach to project delivery.

With a strong pipeline of secured work and continued investment in their pre-construction capabilities, this is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator looking to develop your career within a forward-thinking and highly successful main contractor.

Whether you're currently working as a Junior Estimator looking to take the next step or an established Estimator seeking greater responsibility, this opportunity offers the chance to work on high-profile projects alongside an experienced and supportive team.

The Role

As Estimator, you'll play an integral role in the successful preparation and submission of competitive tenders across a varied portfolio of construction projects.

Working closely with senior estimating professionals, commercial teams and the wider pre-construction department, you'll be responsible for developing accurate cost estimates, managing supply chain enquiries and identifying opportunities to deliver commercially competitive, profitable bids.

You'll take ownership of allocated tenders, coordinating subcontractor quotations, analysing project costs and ensuring submissions are completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.

A key part of the role will involve identifying potential risks, exploring value engineering opportunities and working collaboratively with design and operational teams to develop practical, commercially effective solutions.

You'll also support the successful handover of secured projects to delivery teams, ensuring commercial assumptions, pricing information and project risks are clearly communicated.

This is an opportunity to develop your estimating expertise while gaining exposure to the complete pre-construction process within an established main contracting business.

About You

You'll have a background in construction estimating, quantity surveying or a related commercial discipline and be looking to further develop your career within a recognised main contractor.

Ideally, you'll bring:

• At least 5 years' experience within estimating, quantity surveying or a relevant construction discipline
• A degree, HNC or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or Engineering
• Experience preparing estimates, reviewing tender documentation or managing subcontractor enquiries
• Strong numerical ability and commercial awareness
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills and confidence working with construction cost information
• A methodical, organised approach with excellent attention to detail

Most importantly, you'll be ambitious, proactive and keen to learn from experienced colleagues while taking increasing responsibility for your own tenders.

Previous experience within industrial, logistics or commercial construction would be advantageous but is not essential.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Car allowance, where applicable
• Competitive pension scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Exposure to major construction projects and high-profile tenders
• Excellent mentoring from experienced estimating and pre-construction professionals
• Genuine opportunities for progression into Senior Estimator and wider pre-construction leadership positions
• Join a respected, growing contractor with a strong pipeline of future work

If you're an ambitious Estimator looking to take the next step in your career, this could be an excellent opportunity to join one of the region's most respected construction businesses.

Early applications are strongly encouraged.