Estimator

One Way; Ringwood; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

One Way Resourcing Limited is recruiting an experienced Estimator near Ringwood to prepare competitive tenders for construction and refurbishment projects. You will work with pre-construction and commercial teams on £200k–£6m schemes, manage subcontractor inquiries, analyse quotations and help with handovers to QS/Contracts Managers.

The role requires a solid background in main contracting and excellent communication and organisational skills to handle multiple tenders and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing tenders for construction projects.
• Pricing construction and refurbishment works of varying sizes.
• Strong understanding of materials, subcontractor packages and project costs.
• Ability to interpret drawings and tender documentation.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specs and tender docs to establish project requirements.
• Prepare detailed estimates for projects between £200k and £6m.
• Send out and manage subcontractor and supplier enquiries.
• Analyse quotations and ensure pricing accuracy.
• Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers to secure competitive rates.
• Prepare and submit tenders within deadlines.
• Maintain tender records and pricing information.
• Support Assistant Estimators and coordinate with QS/Contracts Managers.

Skills

Tendering

Estimating

Subcontractor management

Communication

Organization

Deadline management

Attention to detail

IT skills

SimPRO

Tools

SimPRO

Estimating software

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Estimator to join a well-established main contractor based near to Ringwood.

Our client delivers a varied range of construction, refurbishment and building projects across the South Coast, with project values typically ranging from £200k to £6m.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator with a background in main contracting to join a reputable, growing business with a strong pipeline of work and a diverse range of projects.

Estimator - The Role

As Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive tenders for construction and refurbishment projects, working closely with the wider pre-construction and commercial teams.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation to establish project requirements.
• Preparing detailed and competitive estimates for projects valued between £200k and £6m.
• Sending out and managing subcontractor and supplier enquiries.
• Analysing quotations and ensuring accurate pricing information is obtained.
• Liaising with subcontractors and suppliers to secure competitive rates.
• Preparing and submitting tenders within agreed deadlines.
• Completing prequalification questionnaires (PQQs) where required.
• Maintaining accurate records of tender submissions and pricing information.
• Supporting Assistant Estimators where required.
• Working closely with Quantity Surveyors and Contracts Managers to ensure effective project handovers.
• Maintaining and updating project information using estimating and management systems.
• Previous experience working as an Estimator within the construction industry.
• Ideally a background working for a main contractor, refurbishment contractor or general building contractor.
• Experience pricing construction and refurbishment projects of varying sizes.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, subcontractor packages and project costs.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Confident managing multiple tenders and working to deadlines.
• Good IT skills and familiarity with estimating software.
• Experience using SimPro would be advantageous.

Estimator - Salary & Benefits

Permanent, full-time position.

• Opportunity to work on varied construction and refurbishment projects.
• Established regional contractor with a growing order book.
• Supportive commercial and operational teams.
• Long-term career opportunities within a growing business.

Good Work / Life Balance

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

One Way Resourcing Limited operates as an employment business for temporary workers and an employment agency for permanent recruitment.