Estimator

Thorn Baker Construction; Madresfield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Thorn Baker Construction is seeking an Estimator or Senior Estimator to join its expanding pre-construction team. You will take ownership of tenders from initial enquiry through to handover, working across a varied portfolio of projects and multiple sectors.

The role involves reviewing tender docs, pricing, measurement, risk management and subcontractor liaison. A proactive, collaborative approach and experience with Conquest or Causeway are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction estimating and tender management.
• Strong pricing, measurement and procurement skills.
• Knowledge of competitive, negotiated and framework tendering.

Responsibilities

• Review tender documentation and project requirements.
• Carry out measurement, pricing and cost planning activities.
• Manage subcontractor and supplier enquiries.
• Identify risks, opportunities and value engineering solutions.
• Prepare tender submissions and adjudication documentation.
• Support negotiated, framework and competitive tender opportunities.
• Manage multiple tenders simultaneously across a diverse project portfolio.

Skills

Tender management

Pricing & measurement

Procurement

Risk management

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Quantity surveying qualification

Tools

Conquest

Causeway

Job description

Thorn Baker are working with a well-established and growing construction contractor that is seeking an Estimator or Senior Estimator to join its expanding pre-construction team. This is a key appointment within a busy division, offering the opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of projects across multiple sectors. With a strong pipeline of work and ambitious growth plans, the business is looking for an experienced estimator who can take ownership of tenders from initial enquiry through to successful handover.

The Role

• Reviewing tender documentation and project requirements
• Carrying out measurement, pricing and cost planning activities
• Managing subcontractor and supplier enquiries
• Identifying risks, opportunities and value engineering solutions
• Preparing tender submissions and adjudication documentation
• Supporting negotiated, framework and competitive tender opportunities
• Managing multiple tenders simultaneously across a diverse project portfolio

Projects

The role supports a rolling programme of tenders and pre-construction activity rather than a single project.

Typical Project Types

• Refurbishment
• Alterations
• Fit-out
• Roofing
• Maintenance works
• Selected new-build projects

Project Values

Typically ranging up to £10m, with opportunities to support larger framework and strategic bids.

Candidate Requirements

We're interested in speaking with candidates from:

• Main contractors (preferred)
• Specialist subcontractors
• Cost consultancies

You'll ideally have:

• Experience in construction estimating and tender management
• Strong pricing, measurement and procurement skills
• Knowledge of competitive, negotiated and framework tendering
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to risk management
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience with estimating software such as Conquest, Causeway or similar platforms
• A construction, commercial or quantity surveying qualification (beneficial but not essential)

About You

• Organised and methodical
• Calm under pressure and tender deadlines
• Commercially focused and solution-driven
• Collaborative and team-oriented
• Confident communicating with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal stakeholders
• Capable of managing multiple opportunities at different stages simultaneously
• An excellent opportunity to join a collaborative pre-construction team with genuine long-term growth prospects.