Estimator

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

Job summary

A leading construction company based in Essex is seeking an experienced Estimator to join their vibrant team. The successful candidate will play a vital support role in preparing cost estimates for commercial and residential projects. Responsibilities include analyzing architectural drawings, communicating with subcontractors, and conducting site visits. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their skills in a dynamic environment. A competitive salary package of £45-70,000 is offered.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Supportive team atmosphere

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Estimator, ideally with refurbishment/fit-out or joinery experience.
• Ability to analyze architectural drawings and specifications for cost estimation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions.
• Analyze architectural drawings for accurate Bills of Quantities.
• Communicate with subcontractors to gather quotations.
• Conduct site visits to assess project conditions.
• Maintain cost databases and project records.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Dynamic

Energetic

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.

Requirement

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. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications, if you do not hear back within 48 hours, your application will have been unsuccessful.