Estimator

Bimplus; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Bimplus, a well-established main contractor in Newcastle, is seeking an experienced Estimator to join their team. The role focuses on managing the estimating process for refurbishment and complex building projects, typically £5m–£15m, with larger schemes up to £30m+.

You will collaborate with pre-construction, commercial and operations to deliver competitive tenders. Responsibilities include reviewing drawings and tender docs, producing cost plans and BOQs, obtaining subcontractor quotes, and

Qualifications

• Reviewing drawings, specifications, schedules and tender documentation.
• Producing cost plans, bills of quantities and tender submissions.
• Obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Identifying project risks, opportunities and value engineering solutions.

Responsibilities

• Managing the estimating process from enquiry to tender submission.
• Working with pre-construction, commercial and operations teams to produce competitive tenders.
• Attend tender meetings, site visits and client meetings.
• Support the business in securing new work and maintaining a strong project pipeline.

Skills

Estimating

Tendering

Review drawings

Cost planning

Subcontractor quotes

Value engineering

Commercial awareness

Multi-tender management

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Estimator to join an established and growing main contractor based in Newcastle.

The business delivers high-value construction projects across the North East and wider regions, with the majority of their workload focused on refurbishment and complex building projects typically valued between £5m and £15m, with larger schemes reaching £30m+.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Estimator to join a well-established contractor and play a key role in securing a strong pipeline of projects.

The Role

As Estimator, you will manage the estimating process from initial enquiry through to tender submission, working closely with the pre-construction, commercial and operational teams to produce accurate and competitive tenders.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing detailed estimates and tenders for projects ranging from £5m to £15m, with larger projects up to £30m+.
• Reviewing drawings, specifications, schedules and tender documentation.
• Producing cost plans, bills of quantities and tender submissions.
• Obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Identifying project risks, opportunities and value engineering solutions.
• Liaising with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers throughout the tender process.
• Attending tender meetings, site visits and client meetings.
• Supporting the business in securing new work and maintaining a strong project pipeline.
• Assisting with the handover of successful tenders to the delivery and commercial teams.

What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will have a strong main contracting background and a proven track record of estimating projects within a refurbishment and construction environment.

Refurbishment experience is essential, with experience across sectors such as commercial, healthcare, education, public sector, industrial, CAT A / CAT B and complex building refurbishment being highly desirable.

You will ideally have experience estimating projects in the £5m–£15m range, with exposure to larger £30m+ schemes being advantageous.

• Previous experience working for a main contractor.
• Proven experience as an Estimator within the construction industry.
• Experience estimating projects of £5m+.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials and sequencing.
• Experience obtaining and analysing subcontractor quotations.
• Excellent understanding of tender documentation and the estimating process.
• Strong commercial awareness, attention to detail and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines effectively.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive package.
• Exposure to £5m–£30m+ refurbishment and construction projects.
• Key role within the pre-construction and estimating function.
• Long-term career development and progression.