Estimator

Mitchell Maguire Recruitment Ltd; Preston; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Mitchell Maguire Recruitment Ltd advertises an Estimator – Construction for industrial, residential and commercial projects. Office based in Lancashire, the role oversees a broad range of new build and refurbishment tenders, leading take-offs, pricing, submission and handover.

The ideal candidate will have estimating experience in construction, strong communication skills, and the ability to mentor junior estimators while managing multiple tenders and client engagements.

Qualifications

• Estimating experience within the construction sector.
• Ideal candidate from a Tier-1 Main contractor.
• Experience with new-build and refurbishment contracts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Great team player with effective collaboration abilities.
• Hard worker ready to contribute and learn.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Confident problem-solver able to handle site issues.
• Computer literate with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end tendering process, including take-offs, pricing, submission, and handover.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates using drawings, specs and estimating software.
• Manage and track tender opportunities with timely follow-ups.
• Engage with clients and contractors through site visits and input.
• Collaborate with internal teams, lead handovers and mentor junior estimators.
• Oversee projects up to £20m in value (typical £8m).

Skills

Tendering experience

Communication skills

Team player

Organised

Problem solving

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Estimator – Construction

Job Title: Estimator– Industrial, Residential & Commercial Construction

Job reference Number: 440710-5467-26244

Industry Sector: Estimator, Estimating, Construction, New Build, Refurbishment, Warehouses, Distribution, Retail, Drainage, M&E, Roofing, Brickwork, Concrete, Flooring, Cladding, Facades, Building Works, Structural, Steel, Dry lining, External Works, Design & Build, D&B, Fit-Out, Retrofit, Civil, Residential, Commercial, Industrial

Office Based: Lancashire

Remuneration: £55,000 - £65,000neg

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package

The role of the Estimator – Construction will involve:

• Estimator position overseeing a broad range of new build construction and refurbishment projects
• Lead end-to-end tendering process, including take-offs, pricing, submission, and handover
• Prepare accurate cost estimates using drawings, specifications, and estimating software
• Manage and track tender opportunities, ensuring timely follow-ups to maximise conversions
• Engage with clients and contractors through site visits, technical input, and value engineering to support bids
• Collaborate with internal teams, lead handovers, and mentor junior estimators to strengthen delivery and capability
• Oversee projects up to £20m in value (typically £8m)

The ideal applicant will be an Estimator – Construction with:

• Must have Estimating experience within the construction sector
• Highly advantageous to come from a Tier-1 Main contractor
• An ideal candidate will possess experience dealing with a range of new-build and refurbishment contracts
• Excellent communication skills across all levels both written and verbal
• Must be a great team player
• Must be a hard worker that’s ready to get stuck in
• High levels of organisation
• Confident individual that can deal with any problems that occur on site
• Computer Literate (Microsoft Office)