Estimator - Construction - Main Contracting

Borne Resourcing Limited; Welwyn; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction recruiting firm in the UK is seeking an Estimator to join their team. The ideal candidate will have experience in refurbishment or new-build projects, particularly with main contractors. Strong IT skills alongside the ability to manage multiple tenders are essential. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of £45k - £75k per annum plus a package.

Qualifications

• Must have experience as an assistant estimator or estimator.
• Relevant estimating degree or similar training required.
• Ability to estimate from first principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple tenders.
• Communicate with clients and subcontractors.
• Work independently to meet deadlines.

Skills

Estimator experience

Refurbishment knowledge

New-build project experience

IT Skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Communication skills

Ability to manage multiple tenders

Flexible attitude

Education

Estimating degree or similar training

Job description

Overview

Estimator - Construction Main Contractor

Salary: £45k - £75k per annum + package
Location: Hertfordshire / North London
Position: Full time employee

Our client, an established contractor for 15 years, delivers refurbishment, fit-out and new-build schemes across London and the Home Counties in the leisure, education, retail, healthcare and housing sectors.

Due to a pipeline of work in 2026, they are recruiting an Assistant Estimator or an experienced Estimator to join the team. Experience in refurbishment or new-build sectors is required, ideally with a main contractor; candidates from a subcontractor background who are keen to learn are also welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Must have experience working as an assistant estimator or estimator
• Must have experience working on new build and refurbishment projects in residential and commercial sectors
• Must have experience working for a main contractor
• Must be able to estimate from first principles along with using our supply chain
• Must have a relevant estimating degree or similar training and/or experience
• Must be able to manage multiple tenders at one time
• Must be a good communicator and have experience dealing with clients and subcontractors
• Must have good IT skills and be able to use Word, Excel and Outlook
• Must have a flexible, can-do attitude and want to work as part of a team
• Must be able to work independently and take on responsibility for the tender submission to meet deadlines
• Must have experience with working with JCT forms of contract

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