Estimator

Bimplus; Wigan; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Flexible working hours

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Bimplus in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Estimator to join its Commercial Team and drive high-quality tenders across design & build and interiors sectors. The role focuses on preparing and submitting estimates for a range of projects, managing multiple tenders with accuracy and strong commercial insight.

The successful candidate will work in a fast-paced environment, liaising with subcontractors, clients, and the internal team to optimise bid strategies and value.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience within an Estimator role in construction or interiors.
• Strong knowledge of construction, fit-out and interiors projects.
• Experience on projects valued up to £10m+.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent commercial awareness and analytical skills.
• Excellent IT skills including Word and Excel.
• Full UK driving licence essential.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality estimates presented in a clear, analytical, and logical format.
• Process tenders and review submissions within the team prior to issue.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities within tender submissions.
• Prepare accurate take-offs and pricing documents.
• Obtain and analyse quotations from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Manage all aspects of bid preparation including subcontractor enquiries, cost comparisons, and bid strategies.
• Organise and attend site visits with clients and subcontractors.
• Attend client progress meetings and maintain strong client relationships.
• Work across multiple tenders simultaneously within a busy estimating department.
• Undertake client tender presentations where required.
• Demonstrate technical knowledge of construction methods relevant to tenders.
• Adapt quickly to internal estimating software and systems.
• Attend sites to carry out surveys as required.

Skills

Communication

Client-facing

Analytical

Commercial awareness

Teamwork

Problem solving

Tools

Evaluate

Excel

MS Project

Eque2

Job description

About the Company

Our client is a well-established and growing Design & Build contractor that has built an excellent reputation across the North West over the past 23 years. Operating across multiple sectors including Commercial & Industrial, Retail & Leisure, Public Sector, and Specialist Bespoke Joinery, the business delivers high-quality construction, interiors, and manufacturing solutions for a wide-ranging client base.

With a strong pipeline of secured work and continued business growth, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Estimator to join their busy Commercial Team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking contractor delivering projects across a variety of sectors with values exceeding £10m.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Estimator to join the commercial team within a growing Design & Build contractor. The successful candidate will play a key role in the preparation and submission of high-quality tenders and estimates across a variety of construction and interiors projects.
This position would suit an individual with a strong understanding of the construction and interiors sector who is capable of managing multiple tenders within a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy and commercial awareness.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality and accurate estimates presented in a clear, analytical, and logical format
• Process tenders and review submissions within the team prior to issue
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities within tender submissions
• Prepare accurate take-offs and pricing documents
• Obtain and analyse quotations from subcontractors and suppliers
• Manage all aspects of bid preparation including subcontractor enquiries, cost comparisons, and bid strategies
• Organise and attend site visits with clients and subcontractors
• Attend client progress meetings and maintain strong client relationships
• Work across multiple tenders simultaneously within a busy estimating department
• Undertake client tender presentations where required
• Demonstrate technical knowledge of construction methods relevant to tenders
• Adapt quickly to internal estimating software and systems
• Attend sites to carry out surveys as required

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' experience within an Estimator role within the construction or interiors sector
• Strong knowledge of construction, fit-out, and interiors projects
• Experience working on projects valued up to £10m+
• Ability to manage multiple tenders within a fast-paced environment
• Excellent commercial awareness and analytical skills
• Strong communication and client-facing skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good technical understanding of construction methods and processes
• Excellent IT skills including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Full UK driving licence essential
• Strong problem-solving skills and common-sense approach to information sourcing

Desirable

• Experience using estimating software such as Evaluate or similar
• Knowledge of Eque2 systems
• MS Project proficiency would be advantageous
• Experience within Design & Build or interiors sectors

Why Apply?

• Excellent opportunity to join a well-established and growing Design & Build contractor
• Diverse range of projects across multiple sectors
• Strong pipeline of secured work
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Long-term career development opportunities
• Flexible working hours available
• Competitive salary and benefits package including car allowance

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.

Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.