Estimator

MostonRECRUIT; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

Annual leave plus public holidays

Life assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Employee referral programme

Health and wellbeing support

Job summary

MostonRECRUIT is seeking an experienced Estimator to join its growing construction team in the UK. The role focuses on producing detailed cost estimates for a range of projects and supporting tender submissions from early conception through to delivery.

The successful candidate will analyse drawings, specifications, and scopes of work, identify risks, and liaise with procurement to ensure competitive pricing. A strong analytical background and good communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an estimating role within the construction or built environment sector.
• Strong numerical, commercial, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed cost estimates covering labour, materials, plant, subcontractors, overheads, and preliminaries.
• Review tender documentation including drawings, specifications, schedules, and scope of works.
• Identify project risks, opportunities, exclusions, and assumptions during the tender process.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors to ensure competitive pricing.
• Collaborate with design, commercial, and operational teams to ensure estimates align with technical requirements and project programmes.
• Provide advice on cost risks, contingencies, value engineering opportunities, and alternative construction methods.
• Support post-tender negotiations and ensure a smooth handover of estimating information to project delivery teams.
• Maintain estimating databases, cost libraries, and benchmarking information to improve pricing accuracy and consistency.
• Participate in tender review meetings and present pricing strategies to senior stakeholders where required.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

HNC/HND or degree in Construction/QS/CE

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Construction estimating software

BIM

Digital take-off software

Data-driven estimating platforms

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Estimator to join a growing construction team. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing accurate and competitive cost estimates for a variety of construction and maintenance projects, supporting tender submissions, procurement activities, and project delivery.

This is a key commercial role requiring strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with operational, design, commercial, and procurement teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce detailed cost estimates covering labour, materials, plant, subcontractors, overheads, and preliminaries.
• Review and analyse tender documentation including drawings, specifications, schedules, and scope of works.
• Identify project risks, opportunities, exclusions, and assumptions during the tender process.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors to ensure competitive pricing.
• Collaborate with design, commercial, and operational teams to ensure estimates align with technical requirements and project programmes.
• Provide advice on cost risks, contingencies, value engineering opportunities, and alternative construction methods.
• Support post-tender negotiations and ensure a smooth handover of estimating information to project delivery teams.
• Maintain estimating databases, cost libraries, and benchmarking information to improve pricing accuracy and consistency.
• Participate in tender review meetings and present pricing strategies to senior stakeholders where required.

Requirements

• HNC/HND, degree, or equivalent experience in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in an estimating role within the construction or built environment sector.
• Strong numerical, commercial, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and construction estimating software.
• Good understanding of construction methods, materials, and associated costs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Full right to work in the UK.
• Membership of, or working towards, a professional body such as RICS, CIOB, or ICES.
• Experience across sectors including commercial, industrial, infrastructure, refurbishment, repairs, maintenance, voids, or asset management.
• Knowledge of BIM, digital take-off software, and data-driven estimating platforms.
• Experience preparing tenders for public sector clients or major framework agreements.
• Good understanding of current market trends, supplier networks, and procurement strategies.

What's on Offer

• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance.
• Annual leave plus public holidays.
• Life assurance.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Learning and development opportunities, including professional qualifications and training.
• Employee referral programme.
• Health and wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme.
• A collaborative and inclusive working environment with opportunities for career progression.

About the Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator looking to develop their career within a well-established construction business. The role offers the chance to work on a diverse range of projects while contributing to successful tender submissions and supporting profitable project delivery.