Estimator

RH Recruiting Limited; Driffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable demolition and remediation company in the UK is seeking an Estimator to join its Head Office team. The role involves preparing competitive and accurate tenders for complex projects, evaluating client requirements, and collaborating with subcontractors. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and attention to detail, with proficiency in MS Office. This is an excellent opportunity for career growth with a respected firm.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously.
• Professional, proactive, and well-organised.
• Capable of working independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate tender documentation and client requirements.
• Conduct site visits and collaborate with CAD technicians.
• Develop robust cost estimates using first principles.
• Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers for quotations.
• Prepare tender deliverables with the Bid Manager.
• Handover secured bids with full documentation.

Skills

Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Excellent attention to detail

Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook

Knowledge of scheduling and project phasing

Job description

Salary/Rate: £40k - 45k per year + package

A well-established and growing demolition and remediation contractor is seeking an Estimator to join its dynamic and busy Head Office team in Birmingham.

The company delivers a wide range of complex and high-profile projects across the UK, with values ranging from £100k to over £20m. With a modern in-house fleet and a skilled workforce, the business self-delivers the majority of its operations nationwide.

This is a key role within the Estimating Department, where you’ll contribute to securing new work by preparing competitive, accurate, and high-quality tenders, cost plans, programmes, and methodologies.

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Evaluate tender documentation and client requirements
• Conduct site visits and collaborate with CAD technicians on methodologies and sequencing
• Develop robust cost estimates using first principles and/or composite rates
• Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain competitive quotations
• Compile pricing for site preliminaries and create basic Bills of Quantities
• Assist the Bid Manager in preparing tender deliverables
• Support the development of project programmes
• Participate in adjudication meetings and manage post-tender queries
• Handover secured bids with full documentation to the project delivery teams

Qualifications

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to meet deadlines
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Capable of managing multiple tenders simultaneously
• Knowledge of scheduling and project phasing
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Professional, proactive, and well‑organised

Be part of a forward-thinking team delivering high-value and technically complex projects. This is a great opportunity to grow your career with a respected and expanding company in the demolition and remediation sector.

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