Estimator

Sphere Solutions; West of England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Benefits package

Career development

Market-leading contractor

Job summary

Sphere Solutions in Bristol is seeking an experienced Estimator or Senior Estimator to join its preconstruction team.

You will prepare detailed estimates, review drawings, price tenders, and coordinate with subcontractors to deliver competitive bids. The role offers long-term progression with a Tier 1 contractor and a strong pipeline of projects across the South West.

Qualifications

• Experience pricing construction projects from tender through to submission.
• Proven background working for a main contractor.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials and build costs.
• Excellent attention to detail and commercial awareness.
• The ambition and drive to develop your career.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing detailed cost estimates, budgets and tender submissions
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and project information
• Producing accurate take-offs and pricing information
• Liaising with subcontractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Supporting the preconstruction team through the tender process
• Identifying opportunities, risks and value engineering solutions
• Working collaboratively with commercial and operational teams

Skills

Tendering experience

Main contractor

Pricing construction

Attention to detail

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Job description

Estimator / Senior Estimator – Tier 1 Main Contractor

Location: Bristol

Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits + Annual Bonus

Are you an experienced Estimator looking to take the next step in your career with a leading Tier 1 construction contractor?

We are working with an award-winning construction business with an excellent reputation across the South West. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an Estimator / Senior Estimator to join their successful preconstruction team based in their Bristol office.

Reporting directly to the Preconstruction Director, this is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Estimator from a proven main contractor background who is looking for long-term career development, exposure to exciting projects, and the opportunity to progress within one of the region’s leading employers.

The Role

As an Estimator, you will play a key role within the preconstruction function, supporting the delivery of accurate and competitive tenders across a range of sectors.

Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Preparing detailed cost estimates, budgets and tender submissions
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and project information
• Producing accurate take-offs and pricing information
• Liaising with subcontractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Supporting the preconstruction team through the tender process
• Identifying opportunities, risks and value engineering solutions
• Working collaboratively with commercial and operational teams

About You

We are looking for an experienced Estimator or Senior Estimator with:

• A proven background working for a main contractor
• Experience pricing construction projects from tender through to submission
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials and build costs
• Excellent attention to detail and commercial awareness
• The ambition and drive to develop your career further
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

This role would suit an Intermediate Estimator looking to step up, or an established Senior Estimator seeking a new challenge with a respected contractor.

The Company

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an award-winning Tier 1 contractor recognised as one of the best companies to work for in the region. They have a strong pipeline of work, a supportive culture, and offer genuine long-term progression opportunities.

Package & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Annual bonus scheme
• Excellent benefits package
• Long-term career development opportunities
• Opportunity to work with a market-leading construction business