Estimator

Office Angels; Clement Street; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Pension

Training & Development opportunities

Parking

Life Assurance

Xmas office closure

Team & company social events

Job summary

Office Angels is seeking an experienced Estimator (Construction) to join our client’s team in the Dartford area. The role focuses on managing tender enquiries from review to quotation and handover, with a strong emphasis on construction drawing interpretation and commercial bid accuracy.

The position offers 1 day hybrid after probation, 37.5 hour week, and a competitive salary of £37,000–£40,000 per annum with quarterly commission.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English, Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent.
• Previous estimating experience in construction or building services preferred.
• Willingness to develop knowledge in smoke ventilation and fire safety.
• Ability to travel to the Head Office, Dartford.

Responsibilities

• Review tender enquiry drawings, fire strategies, specs and project info to define scope.
• Identify inclusions/exclusions and gaps in tender information.
• Prepare material and labour quantities from project data.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Prepare and submit detailed quotations within required timescales.
• Update quotations as new information becomes available.
• Identify technical and commercial risks in tenders.
• Propose alternative methods to reduce project costs while maintaining quality.
• Negotiate with suppliers, subcontractors and clients for viable outcomes.
• Review contracts and order docs for tender consistency.
• Assist in preparing schedules of rates and costs for payments.
• Finalise project budgets post-order and liaise with design/project teams.
• Conduct design checks for scope alignment.
• Support resolution of commercial queries during the project lifecycle.
• Establish and maintain relationships with existing and prospective clients.
• Follow up on quotations and maintain client communication during tender process.
• Identify opportunities for additional work and future tenders.
• Maintain accurate CRM records.

Skills

Estimating experience in construction

Understanding of drawings & specs

Commercial awareness

Negotiation skills

Analytical & numeric skills

Organisational skills

MS Word, Excel, Outlook

Education

GCSE Maths & English (C/4+)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Estimator (Construction)

Location: Rural Dartford, Kent / DA2
Office Hours: Monday - Friday - 8.30-5pm - 37.5 hour week. Office Based. 1 day hybrid offered following probation (6mths).
Salary: £37,000-40,000 per annum salary + Commission (Paid Quarterly)

Benefits: 25 days + Bank Holidays annual leave allowance (increases with service), Private Medical Insurance, Pension, Training and Development opportunities, Parking, Life Assurance, Xmas office closure, Team and company social events.

Are you a detail-oriented and analytical estimator looking to elevate your career in the building and construction industry? Our client, a UK leader in the design, installation, and maintenance of smoke ventilation systems, is seeking a skilled Estimator to join their dynamic team, reporting into a Estimating Lead and forming a team of 4 within this busy team.

Role Purpose:

The Estimator will manage tender enquiries from initial review through to quotation and project handover. This role demands a strong understanding of construction documentation, an ability to interpret drawings and specifications, and a commercial mindset to produce accurate and competitive quotations.

Key Responsibilities:

Estimating & Tendering

• Review tender enquiry drawings, fire strategies, specifications, and project information to establish the required scope of works.
• Identify inclusions, exclusions, assumptions, and potential gaps within tender information.
• Prepare accurate material and labour quantities based on available project information.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Prepare and submit detailed quotations within required timescales.
• Update quotations throughout the tender process as new information is released.
• Identify technical and commercial risks associated with each tender.
• Propose alternative methods, materials, or solutions to reduce project costs while maintaining quality.
• Negotiate with suppliers, subcontractors, and clients to achieve commercially viable outcomes.

Commercial & Project Support

• Review contracts and order documentation to ensure consistency with the tender submission.
• Assist in preparing schedules of rates and costs for payment applications.
• Finalise project budgets post-order placement and liaise with design and project management teams to ensure alignment with the agreed scope.
• Conduct design checks to ensure consistency with the agreed scope of works.
• Support the resolution of commercial or scope-related queries during the project lifecycle.

Client & Business Development

• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with existing and prospective clients.
• Follow up on quotations and maintain regular communication with clients throughout the tender process.
• Identify opportunities for additional work and future tenders.
• Maintain accurate records of enquiries, quotations, follow‑ups, and outcomes in the company's CRM system.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Previous estimating experience in construction, M&E, fire protection, smoke ventilation, or a related building services environment.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and tender documentation.
• Good commercial awareness and understanding of project costs and margins.
• Familiarity with industry standards, regulations, and best practises.
• Excellent analytical, numerical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to negotiate effectively with suppliers, subcontractors, and clients.
• Strong organisational skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; experience with estimating or construction software is advantageous.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• GCSE Maths and English, Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent.
• Previous estimating experience; familiarity with a construction or building services environment is preferred.
• Willingness to develop technical knowledge in smoke ventilation and fire safety.
• Ability to travel to the Head Office, Dartford.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated Estimator to join a forward‑thinking organisation committed to excellence and career development.

Office Angels is an employment agency. We are an equal opportunities employer who put expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more.