Estimator

Kier Group; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in London is searching for an Estimator to support the Building Solutions South team. This role involves producing competitive cost estimates for various construction projects and requires strong communication and time management skills. Ideal candidates will have industry-recognized qualifications and previous estimating experience. The firm values potential and encourages all qualified individuals to apply, regardless of qualifications.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Tailored benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in producing estimates from drawings and specifications.
• Familiarity with early-stage project cost plans and value engineering.
• Able to manage tender stage cost controls and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Support the Building Solutions South team in delivering accurate cost estimates.
• Produce estimates from BQs, drawings, and specifications.
• Develop subcontract trade package enquiries and analyse supply chain input.
• Manage tender stage cost controls and risk assessments.

Skills

Effective communication with multidisciplinary teams

Time management

Estimating experience

Education

Industry-recognised construction qualifications

Job description

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We're looking for an Estimator to join our Building Solutions South team based in London.

Location: London
Hours: 40 hours per week – some flexibility on hours available if desired

What will you be responsible for?

As an Estimator, you'll support the Building Solutions South team in delivering accurate and competitive cost estimates for a wide range of construction and refurbishment projects.

Your day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Producing estimates from BQs, drawings, and specifications
• Developing subcontract trade package enquiries and analysing supply chain input
• Providing early-stage project cost plans and value engineering options
• Managing tender stage cost controls and risk assessments
• Collaborating with client teams and internal stakeholders

What are we looking for?

This role of Estimator is suitable for you if:

• You have experience communicating effectively with multidisciplinary teams and clients
• You are confident working independently and managing your time
• You hold industry-recognised construction qualifications and have previous estimating experience

We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferable skills are always welcome! Even if you don't tick every box, please apply, and we can have a chat.

Rewards and Benefits

We offer a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. More information about our benefits can be found here.

Diversity and Inclusion

Making Kier a diverse and inclusive workplace is a priority. We're proud of our efforts so far, but we aim to do more. Our employees help shape our diversity and inclusion initiatives, and their experiences influence our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here.

As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria will be offered an interview.

We look forward to receiving your application. #joinkier