Estimator

Blaymires Recruitment Ltd; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Pension

Training

Site visits

Job summary

Blaymires Recruitment Ltd represents an established specialist contractor near Salisbury, Wiltshire, seeking an Estimator to join its growing team. The role involves preparing accurate quotations for new-build and refurbishment projects, reviewing client enquiries, interpreting drawings and specifications, and calculating costs.

You will work with experienced colleagues, gain exposure to a range of projects across Southern England, and have the chance to develop estimating and commercial

Qualifications

• Read and understand construction drawings and specifications.
• Good numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Confident with Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Willingness to visit sites when required.

Responsibilities

• Review enquiries, drawings and project information.
• Assist with estimating for new-build and refurbishment projects.
• Take-off quantities from drawings and specs.
• Calculate material, labour, plant and subcontractor costs.

Skills

Numerical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Construction-related degree

HNC in construction

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

Estimator

Salisbury, Wiltshire

Salary up to £40,000 + 22 Days Holiday + Pension

Blaymires Recruitment is representing an established specialist contractor based near Salisbury, Wiltshire, which is searching for an Estimator to join its growing team.

The company has been operating for over 30 years and undertakes the construction, refurbishment, repair and maintenance of swimming pools across Southern England.

You will support the preparation of accurate quotations for new-build and refurbishment projects. Working alongside experienced colleagues, you will review client enquiries, interpret drawings and specifications, obtain supplier and subcontractor prices, calculate material and labour costs and prepare quotations for clients.

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate with one to two years' industry experience or an Estimator or Sales Estimator looking to develop their career within a supportive specialist contractor.

Role and Responsibilities

• Review incoming enquiries, drawings, specifications and project information.
• Assist with preparing estimates and quotations for new-build and refurbishment projects.
• Complete measurements and material take-offs from drawings and specifications.
• Calculate material, labour, plant and subcontractor costs.
• Obtain and compare quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Liaise with clients to clarify project requirements and obtain additional information.
• Assist with producing clear and detailed tender submissions.
• Maintain accurate records of estimates, quotations and supplier information.
• Work closely with the construction, service and operations teams.
• Assist with the handover of successful quotations to the delivery team.
• Build an understanding of specialist construction methods, equipment and associated mechanical systems.

Requirements

• Previous experience within construction, estimating, quantity surveying or a related discipline.
• Applications are welcomed from graduates with one to two years' relevant experience.
• A construction-related degree, Higher National Certificate or equivalent qualification would be advantageous.
• Able to read and understand construction drawings and specifications.
• Good numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• Confident using Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to visit sites when required.
• A full UK driving licence.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary up to £40,000, depending on experience.
• 22 Days Holiday, Pension
• Career progression.
• Support and training from an experienced specialist team.
• Opportunity to develop your estimating and commercial knowledge.
• Exposure to a varied range of new-build, refurbishment and maintenance projects.
• Long-term career progression within an established family-run business.