Estimator

BAM UK & Ireland; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a detail-oriented TFM Estimator to prepare competitive cost estimates for Total Facilities Management contracts. This role involves analyzing tender documents, liaising with stakeholders, and delivering high-quality estimates. Candidates should have experience in the Facilities Management sector and proficiency in estimating software. The position offers flexible working arrangements and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company car/car allowance

8% matched pension contributions

Private healthcare

Life assurance

26 days holiday

Wellbeing and volunteering days

Personal development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in estimating within the Facilities Management sector.
• Strong understanding of both hard and soft FM services.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates for Total Facilities Management contracts.
• Analyze tender documents and client requirements.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders for pricing data.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical skills

Commercial awareness

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Tools

Estimating software (e.g. Causeway, Excel)

Job description

Building a sustainable tomorrow

What if your next job wasn t just another job?
What if it brought more purpose, more growth, more balance and more time for what really matters? BAM is where you can do your best work on projects that improve people s lives. And it's also where you ll find the freedom to grow, the support to thrive, and the chance to shape your career on your terms.

BAM Ventures are seeking a detail-oriented and commercially astute TFM Estimator to join our team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for Total Facilities Management contracts, covering both hard and soft services. This role plays a critical part in supporting bid submissions, pricing strategies, and ensuring profitability across new and existing contracts.

This position can be based at any of our South FM Offices.

The position will involve a mixture of working from home, on site and working out of any regional office across the South.

BAM operates a flexible working policy.

Making Possible

• Develop cost estimates for TFM bids, including planned and reactive maintenance, cleaning, security, catering, waste management, and other FM services.
• Analyse tender documents, specifications, and drawings to understand client requirements.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders (operations, procurement, finance) and external suppliers to gather pricing data.
• Prepare detailed cost breakdowns and pricing models using industry-standard tools and internal templates.
• Support bid teams with commercial input during tender submissions and presentations.
• Conduct risk analysis and value engineering to optimise bid competitiveness.
• Maintain a database of historical costs and supplier rates for benchmarking.
• Participate in post-tender negotiations and contract handovers.

Competencies

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to align bid responses with broader business objectives.
• Results-Oriented: Committed to delivering high-quality outcomes and meeting KPIs.
• Digital Mindset: Embrace and promote the use of digital tools (Microsoft 365, Copilot and Facilities IQ) to drive efficiency in bid preparation and submission processes.
• Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence internal and external stakeholders.

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as within a team.
• High level of attention to detail, with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and transparency in decision-making.
• Resilient and adaptable to changing priorities and demands.

Mindset & Culture

• Role model of BAM values: Sustainable, Inclusive, Reliable, Ownership, Collaborative.
• Promotes continuous improvement and delivery excellence within the team, enhancing system and process controls.
• Encourages a culture of digital transformation and innovation.

Your team

The position will involve a mixture of working from home and working out of any regional office in the South UK.

BAM operates a flexible working policy.

What s in it for you?

• Competitive salary
• A wide range of family-friendly policies
• Company car/car allowance/travel allowance
• 8 % matched pension contributions
• Private healthcare
• Life assurance
• 26 days holiday
• 2 wellbeing days
• 1 volunteering day
• Personal and professional development

What do you bring to the role?

• Proven experience in estimating within the Facilities Management or Building Services sector.
• Strong understanding of both hard and soft FM services.
• Proficiency in estimating software (e.g. Causeway, Excel, or similar tools).
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Good understanding of coding SFG20.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying, Building Services, Facilities Management, or related field (preferred).
• Membership of relevant professional bodies (e.g. RICS, CICES, IWFM) is advantageous.

About BAM

Building a sustainable tomorrow. That s our mission and our promise at BAM. It s how we engineer vital infrastructure and construct high-quality buildings as one of the largest construction companies in Europe.

We strive to create an environment where everybody feels welcome and valued. We re on an exciting journey to employ the best talent to join us regardless of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.

The application process

BAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at any time you feel we need to do something to make it more accessible to you, do not hesitate to speak with one of our team, and we will do our best to support you.

"Join us in Making Possible"