Estimator

Hill McGlynn Recruitment; Potters Bar; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Potters Bar office

Career progression

Diverse project exposure

Job summary

Hill McGlynn Recruitment are recruiting an experienced Estimator to join their Potters Bar team. You will price new build and refurbishment projects, produce detailed tenders from drawings and specifications, and work closely with pre-construction and commercial teams to meet client requirements.

The role suits a proactive estimator with a strong construction background, capable of handling multiple tenders, managing subcontractor quotes, and maintaining supplier relationships.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Estimator for main or multidisciplinary contractor.
• Experience pricing construction projects from drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials and subcontractor packages.
• Excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Preparing detailed and accurate estimates for new build and refurbishment projects.
• Reviewing tender documentation, drawings, specifications and scopes of work.
• Obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Producing detailed tender submissions and pricing breakdowns.
• Identifying potential risks, opportunities and value-engineering solutions.
• Liaising with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers throughout the tender process.
• Working closely with the wider commercial and construction teams.
• Ensuring tenders are completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Maintaining strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Supporting the business with ongoing pre-construction and estimating activities.

Skills

Estimating

Tender management

Negotiation

Project budgeting

Communication

Education

Relevant construction qualifications

Job description

Estimator - New Build & Refurbishment

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Location: Potters Bar, Hertfordshire

Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 per annum

Sector: Construction / Multidisciplinary Contractor

Employment Type: Full-time

Hill McGlynn are currently working with a well-established multidisciplinary contractor who are looking to appoint an experienced Estimator to join their team, based from their offices in Potters Bar.

The successful candidate will be responsible for estimating a variety of new build and refurbishment projects, working across multiple disciplines and project types. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Estimator looking to join a growing and diverse contractor with a strong pipeline of work.

The Role

As an Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive tenders from initial enquiry through to submission. You will work closely with the pre-construction, commercial and operational teams to ensure projects are priced effectively and delivered within the client's requirements.

Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Preparing detailed and accurate estimates for new build and refurbishment projects.
• Reviewing tender documentation, drawings, specifications and scopes of work.
• Obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Producing detailed tender submissions and pricing breakdowns.
• Identifying potential risks, opportunities and value-engineering solutions.
• Liaising with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers throughout the tender process.
• Working closely with the wider commercial and construction teams.
• Ensuring tenders are completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Maintaining strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Supporting the business with ongoing pre-construction and estimating activities.

About You

We are looking for an experienced Estimator with a strong background in the construction industry, ideally with experience across both new build and refurbishment projects.

You Will Ideally Have

• Proven experience working as an Estimator for a main or multidisciplinary contractor.
• Experience pricing construction projects from drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials and subcontractor packages.
• Excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• The ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• A proactive and collaborative approach to working.
• Relevant construction or commercial qualifications are desirable but not essential.

What's on Offer?

• £70,000 - £80,000 salary, depending on experience.
• Based from the client's Potters Bar office.
• The opportunity to work on a diverse range of new build and refurbishment projects.
• A position within an established and multidisciplinary contractor.
• Excellent long-term career prospects.
• A varied role with exposure to multiple construction disciplines and project types. If you are an experienced Estimator looking for your next opportunity, we'd be keen to hear from you.