Estimator

A.D.S Construction Personnel Ltd; Essex; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Essex is seeking an experienced Estimator to join their team. In this role, you will prepare cost estimates and assist in tender submissions for various projects. The ideal candidate should have refurbishment or fit-out experience, be detail-oriented, and ready for a challenge. The role offers a supportive working environment with a competitive salary of £45-70,000 plus package.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar estimating role.
• Ability to analyze architectural drawings and specifications.
• Experience in collaborating with teams on cost estimates.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions.
• Support analysis of architectural drawings and tender documentation.
• Communicate with subcontractors and suppliers for quotations.
• Attend site visits for project understanding.
• Maintain cost databases and project records.
• Collaborate with teams for estimating accuracy.
• Participate in internal tender review meetings.

Skills

Experience as Estimator

Dynamic and energetic

Attention to detail

Refurbishment/fit-out experience

Joinery experience

Job description

Estimator

£45-70,000 plus package

An Essex-based construction company that specialises in delivering high-end architectural plaster for both the commercial and residential sectors has an opportunity for an Estimator to join their vibrant team.

With a proven track record in carrying out large schemes up to £800k, working for some of the UK's biggest construction companies, they will offer you a challenging and innovative working environment.

Specialisms include clay works, polished plaster acoustics and decorative finishes, and you will enjoy working on schemes including high-end offices, hotel lobbies, restaurants, and high-end retail stores.

The company is successful and hungry – they already have turnover secured for next year, and they are looking for someone who is up for the challenge.>

They will offer you a fun, flexible, supportive working environment.

The role – Estimator

As an Estimator, you will play a vital support role within their pre-construction team. Working closely with the wider Commercial team, you will assist in the preparation of cost estimates and tender submissions for a variety of projects across residential and commercial schemes. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their estimating and quantity surveying skills within a supportive and dynamic environment.

You will be office-based in Essex, with site visits within London.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of detailed cost estimates and tender submissions
• Support the analysis of architectural drawings, specifications, and tender documentation to help develop accurate Bills of Quantities and cost plans.
• Communicate with subcontractors and suppliers to gather quotations and support pricing exercises.
• Attend site visits to gain a better understanding of project conditions.
• Help maintain and update cost databases and project records for future reference.
• Work collaboratively with the pre-construction and commercial teams to ensure accuracy and consistency across all estimating activities.
• Take part in internal tender review meetings and gain exposure to risk assessments and value engineering discussions.
• Stay informed on construction methods and material costs.
• Commercially manage schemes to completion in conjunction with the Lead Project Manager.

Requirements

• You will be an experienced Estimator.
• You will be dynamic, energetic, and up for a challenge.
• You will be detail‑oriented.
• You will have refurbishment/fit‑out experience or joinery experience.

Please get in touch with Sally Whittingham to apply.