Estimator

CR Smith; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

31 days leave

Company pension

GP access

Staff bistro meals

Structured induction

Professional development

Career progression

Tender exposure

Staff discounts

Job summary

CR Smith in Dunfermline is seeking an engaged Estimator to join our expanding Commercial Team. You will work on tenders across New Build, Social Housing and Commercial projects, gaining exposure to pre-contract mobilisation, supplier costing and client liaison.

You will review specifications, price products and services, and collaborate with the supply chain to develop accurate, competitive costings. Full training on CR Smith products and systems is provided.

Qualifications

• Strong written, verbal, numerical and analytical skills.
• Commercial awareness and excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and priorities effectively.
• Confident in using Microsoft Office applications and keen to learn.

Responsibilities

• Prepare competitive tenders across New Build, Social Housing and Commercial projects.
• Review specifications and contract requirements to develop compliant solutions.
• Price products, building works and services using specialist estimating methods.
• Collaborate with supply chain to secure accurate and competitive costings.
• Complete tender submissions and pre-start information for manufacturing and operations.
• Analyze tender feedback to improve estimating systems and processes.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

MS Office proficiency

Education

Relevant degree in Estimating/Quantity Surveying

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Dunfermline | Permanent | Full-time

Build your commercial career with one of Scotland's most recognised brands.

Varied tenders, hands-on commercial exposure and clear opportunities to progress within a rapidly growing Commercial Team.

CR Smith is one of the UK's largest home improvement companies, with a highly recognisable brand synonymous with quality and service. Rated Excellent on Trustpilot, with more than 6,000 reviews, and voted best in the UK within our sector by Which?, the customer experience is at the heart of everything we do.

As our work across the New Build, Social Housing and Commercial sectors continues to grow, we are looking for an engaged and motivated Estimator to join our expanding Commercial Team at our Head Office in Dunfermline.

Reporting to the Estimating Manager, you will work on a varied portfolio of tenders for major housebuilders, local authorities and commercial clients across Scotland and Northern England. You will gain valuable exposure to tendering, sales support and pre-contract mobilisation, with increasing responsibility as your skills develop.

An Excellent Package With Real Career Progression

We Offer Much More Than a Competitive Salary. You Will Receive a Strong Overall Package Designed To Support Your Wellbeing, Professional Development And Long-term Career Progression, Including

Highly competitive salary

31 days paid annual leave

Company pension contributions

Dedicated in-office GP access

Subsidised freshly cooked meals at our staff bistro

Structured induction and mentoring

Funded professional development opportunities

Clear career progression

Exposure to varied, high-value tenders

Support from experienced commercial leaders

Discounts on the Lorimer range of windows & doors

Long-term stability with an established brand

The Role

This is more than a traditional estimating role. You will be supported to build commercial responsibility while gaining direct exposure to project management, clients, operational teams and the supply chain.

• Prepare competitive tenders across New Build, Social Housing and Commercial projects.
• Review specifications and contract requirements to develop compliant solutions.
• Price products, building works and services using specialist software and other estimating methods.
• Work with the supply chain to secure accurate and competitive costings.
• Complete tender submissions and package pre-start information for manufacturing and operations.
• Analyse tender feedback and help improve estimating systems and processes.

About You

You will ideally have experience in Estimating, Procurement, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline, with some understanding of commercial contracts. Applications are also welcomed from candidates with strong technical or financial skills who can demonstrate the potential and motivation to develop.

• Strong written, verbal, numerical and analytical skills.
• Commercial awareness and excellent attention to detail.
• The ability to manage multiple tenders and priorities effectively.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office applications and a willingness to learn.

Previous estimating or construction experience would be beneficial, but extensive product knowledge is not essential. Full training will be provided on CR Smith products, services, systems and specialist specification software.

Why CR Smith?

You will join an established business with ambitious growth plans and a growing pipeline of work. From day one, you will receive practical experience, ongoing mentoring and increasing responsibility, giving you a clear platform to build a successful long-term career in estimating and commercial management.

If you are motivated to learn, progress and make a genuine impact, we would like to hear from you