Estimator

Fawkes and Reece; Southampton; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing main contractor based in Southampton is seeking a Construction Estimator to enhance their pre-construction team. In this role, you will price a variety of projects and manage tender processes, contributing to the company's ambitious growth and progression opportunities. Applicants must have experience within a main contractor environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Estimator within a main contractor is essential.
• Proven success in securing tenders valued up to £10mil.
• Familiarity with single and two stage tenders.

Responsibilities

• Review tender documents and ascertain suitability for projects.
• Manage the whole tender process.
• Collaborate with the bid team to ensure tenders are presentable.

Skills

Tender management

Collaboration

Project pricing

Job description

Location: Southampton
Salary: £65K- £75K per Year
Contract: Permanent
Type: Full Time

Reference: AAESTSO_1748598241
Posted: May 30, 2025

We have an exciting opportunity for a Construction Estimator to join a reputable main contractor based in Southampton. The business operates out of several regional offices across the UK and has a strong presence on the South Coast undertaking new build and refurbishment projects across a variety of sectors including commercial, education, healthcare and social housing valuing typically up to £15mil.

With lots of inbound opportunity, they are now looking to expand the pre-construction team with an additional Estimator.

About the role of Estimator:

As Estimator, you will be working within the pre-construction team pricing a diverse range of projects across the south coast. You will be reporting into the Pre-construction Manager.

• Review tender documents and ascertain suitability for the project
• Work from first principles
• Manage the whole tender process
• Work collaboratively with the bid team to ensure tenders are presentable

Key requirements for this Estimator position:

• MUST have experience working as Estimator within a main contractor
• Proven track record of successfully securing tenders valuing up to £10mil.
• Experience with single and two stage tenders
• Live within a commutable distance to Southampton and be happy to commute to office / site on a regular basis
• Full right to work in the UK

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business with ambitious growth plans and room for progression within the role. If you think you'd be a suitable applicant for the position or would like more information on the position, please get in touch today.