Estimator

Rise Technical Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A design and build contractor is seeking an experienced Estimator to join their team in the United Kingdom. This role enables involvement from the design stage through to project pricing, contributing to bespoke projects for affluent clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong construction background, excellent communication skills, and will thrive in a flexible hybrid work environment. This position offers autonomy and the opportunity to witness high-value projects come to life.

Qualifications

• Experience in new build construction projects from the ground up.
• Ability to manage variations and pricing updates.
• Proactive approach with good organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide cost-saving advice from the design stage.
• Prepare project pricing and tenders.
• Liaise with internal teams for accurate project costing.

Skills

Estimating background on new build construction projects

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings

Excellent communication skills

Proactive and organised

Commercially aware

Job description

Estimator

£65,000 - £70,000 DOE + Interesting Projects + Car Allowance

Wantage - Hybrid (2-3 Days Home / Office, rarely on site)

A rare opportunity for an experienced Estimator to join a renowned contractor specialising in high-end equestrian and bespoke commercial builds. This role offers involvement from the design stage, autonomy and the chance to work on unique, high-value projects for affluent clients.

Are you an Estimator experienced in new build construction projects? Do you want involvement from design through to pricing? Are you looking for a position where your input on cost-saving and project decisions is valued?

This design and build contractor deliver rare, bespoke new build projects to the equestrian industry producing stables, arenas they also work on high end residential extensions. They provide planning, pricing, and build services, supported by a skilled team and a strong growth trajectory working on projects ranging from £250K to £4.5-5M. Due to a growth they are looking for an strong Estimator to join their team.

In this role, you'll work closely with the design process, provide cost-saving advice, price projects, prepare tenders, and manage any variations. You'll liaise with internal teams to ensure accurate pricing while contributing to project delivery and commercial performance.

The ideal candidate will have a strong construction background with experience working on new build projects. You'll be confident, presentable, and able to communicate clearly in meetings with clients and stakeholders.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a flexible, growing business where you will join a team of experts in a professional environment, with autonomy and influence of decisions within the company. You will also have the chance to watch high end projects come to life.

The role

• Providing cost saving advice from design stage
• Prepare project pricing and tenders
• Manage variations and pricing updates throughout the project
• Liaise with internal teams to ensure accurate project costing

The person

• Estimating background on new build construction projects from the ground up
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Confident, presentable, and excellent communication skills
• Proactive, organised, and commercially aware
• Looking for a hybrid role, offering flexibility and autonomy

Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)

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The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal