Estimator

Venatu Consulting Ltd; Tyseley; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading demolition contractor in the UK is seeking an Estimator to join their Birmingham team. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in demolition estimating and strong communication skills. This role offers the chance to work on high-profile projects with a respected and expanding company in the industry. Salary of £45,000 plus package.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in demolition or construction estimating.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of scheduling and project phasing.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate tender documentation and client requirements.
• Conduct site visits and collaborate with CAD technicians.
• Develop robust cost estimates using first principles.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Managing multiple tenders

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

Estimator – Demolition & Remediation

Location: Birmingham (Head Office)

Salary: £45,000 plus package

A well‑established and growing demolition and remediation contractor is seeking an Estimator to join its dynamic and busy Head Office team in Birmingham. The company delivers a wide range of complex and high‑profile projects across the UK, with values ranging from £100k to over £20m. With a modern in‑house fleet and a skilled workforce, the business self‑delivers the majority of its operations nationwide.

Job Description

• Evaluate tender documentation and client requirements
• Conduct site visits and collaborate with CAD technicians on methodologies and sequencing
• Develop robust cost estimates using first principles and/or composite rates
• Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain competitive quotations
• Compile pricing for site preliminaries and create basic Bills of Quantities
• Assist the Bid Manager in preparing tender deliverables
• Support the development of project programmes
• Participate in adjudication meetings and manage post‑tender queries
• Handover secured bids with full documentation to the project delivery teams

Essential

• Proven experience in demolition or construction estimating
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to meet deadlines
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Capable of managing multiple tenders simultaneously
• Knowledge of scheduling and project phasing
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Professional, proactive, and well‑organised

Be part of a forward‑thinking team delivering high‑value and technically complex projects. This is a great opportunity to grow your career with a respected and expanding company in the demolition and remediation sector.