Estimator - Construction (Commercial/Industrial)

JR United Kingdom; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in High Wycombe seeks a Building Estimator to analyze tenders, produce accurate pricing, and prepare commercial submissions. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of experience in commercial projects, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively. This is an excellent opportunity to advance one's career in a supportive environment, with benefits including competitive salary, flexible working, and personal development options.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Car allowance scheme

Pension scheme with 8% contributions

Life Assurance

23 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible/hybrid working arrangements

Employee Assistance Programme

Opportunities for personal development

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience as an estimator in commercial/industrial projects.
• Strong analytical and reasoning abilities.
• Good communication skills to work with diverse personalities.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing tender documentation and capturing client requirements.
• Producing accurate BOQ for pricing reflective of client needs.
• Conducting site visits and preparing competitive commercial submissions.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

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Estimator - Construction (Commercial/Industrial), High Wycombe

BuildMyTalent

Location: High Wycombe, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Location: Hythe

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Walker Construction is a multi-disciplined construction company operating throughout Southeast England. Founded in 1964 by three Walker brothers, it is a family business at its core. As an experienced Building & Civil Engineering Company working with private and public clients, we have evolved into a multi-disciplinary construction business with three core divisions: Construction, Rail & Civils.

We are passionate about creating the right environment to maximize return on investment by developing our teams. Our success is attributed to our people and providing them with the right skills.

We have an opportunity for a Building Estimator to join our team based out of Lympne, Kent.

The role includes:

• Analyzing tender documentation and capturing client requirements.
• Producing accurate BOQ for pricing, reflecting client needs, based on knowledge of CESSM 3, Highways Method of Measurement, or SMM7.
• Understanding costing of traditional and design-build contracts.
• Preparing material and sub-contractor enquiry documents.
• Carrying out site visits, assimilating information, and considering it in tender pricing.
• Assessing rates and prices, creating new ones or inserting from quotes.
• Preparing competitive commercial submissions for review and approval.
• Having working knowledge of NEC3 and JCT Conditions of Contract, HSQE legislation, and construction techniques.
• Participating in pre and post tender meetings.
• Understanding building material components and plant requirements.

You will have:

• Minimum 3 years experience as an estimator.
• Experience in commercial/industrial projects.
• Good negotiation, influencing, and communication skills; personable and able to work with diverse personalities.
• Strong analytical and reasoning abilities.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Highly numerate with the ability to manipulate numerical data accurately.
• Confident, resourceful, and self-motivated.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.
• Drive for collaborative success to ensure the best submission.

In return, we offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Car allowance scheme.
• Pension scheme with 8% contributions (AVC option available).
• Life Assurance.
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with holiday purchase options.
• Flexible/hybrid working arrangements.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Opportunities for personal development and extended training.

Working with Walker Construction offers a platform to develop your career, explore capabilities, and turn ambitions into reality. If you're ready to join our team and potentially become a future leader, we will support you every step of the way.

Walker Construction is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating a discrimination-free workplace. We recruit from the broadest pool of qualified candidates.

If this role appeals to you, we look forward to receiving your application.

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