Estimator

PPM Recruitment; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Annual leave + holidays

Training & development

Career progression

Collaborative team

Job summary

PPM Recruitment is seeking an Estimator for our Bristol office, reporting to the Commercial Director. You will prepare robust time and cost estimates for new work enquiries across sectors including schools, healthcare, and warehouses.

The successful candidate will have main contractor experience in refurbishment, maintenance, fit-out or new-build, knowledge of public sector procurement, and be adept with estimating software and tender platforms.

Qualifications

• Experience working for a main contractor within refurbishment, maintenance, fit-out, or new-build environments.
• Knowledge of public sector procurement and tendering procedures.
• Experience using estimating software and tender management platforms.
• Understanding of framework providers and public sector frameworks.
• Ability to undertake site visits and assess project requirements independently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare robust time and cost estimates for new work enquiries.
• Price a diverse range of opportunities, including high-value contracts and framework agreements.
• Work on one-off projects typically ranging from 100k to 5m across multiple sectors.
• Engage with senior management to ensure accurate forecasting and bidding strategies.

Skills

Main contractor experience

Public sector tendering

Estimating software

Tender management platforms

Frameworks knowledge

Site visits

Detail oriented

Commercial awareness

Negotiation skills

Tools

Estimating software

Tender management platforms

Public sector frameworks

Job description

Estimator - Bristol

Based in the company's Bristol office and reporting directly to the Commercial Director, the Estimator will be responsible for preparing robust time and cost estimates for new work enquiries within an established medium-sized main contractor. The role will involve pricing a diverse range of opportunities, including high-value, long-term contracts and framework agreements, alongside one-off projects typically ranging from 100k to 5m. Projects span a variety of sectors, including schools, universities, healthcare, bespoke builds and warehouses

Desirable Experience

• Experience working for a main contractor within refurbishment, maintenance, fit-out, or new-build environments.
• Knowledge of public sector procurement and tendering procedures.
• Experience using estimating software and tender management platforms.
• Understanding of framework providers and public sector frameworks.
• Ability to undertake site visits and assess project requirements independently.

Personal Attributes

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Commercially astute and analytical.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work using own initiative.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Professional and client-focused approach.
• Able to remain calm and effective when working to tight deadlines.
• Positive and proactive team player.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Company pension scheme.
• Annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Career progression within a growing and successful contractor.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected and established contractor with a strong reputation for delivering quality projects across a wide range of sectors. The successful candidate will play a key role in securing future business and will have the opportunity to work closely with senior management, contributing directly to the continued growth and success of the company.