Estimator in Pontyclun

BMSL Group Ltd; Pontyclun; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

BMSL Group Ltd in South Wales is seeking an experienced Estimator to join its busy MEP contracting team, specialising in plastering, drylining, fire protection and SFS systems. The role is full-time and permanent with a negotiable salary dependant on experience.

You will manage cost control, tendering, contract administration and reporting, supporting project managers and clients to deliver on time, within budget and to high quality standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Estimator or QS with hands-on exposure to plastering, drylining, fire protection, render, or SFS projects.
• Solid understanding of cost control, budget management, and financial reporting.
• Good working knowledge of contracts, standards and legislation, with experience managing variations.
• Strong interpersonal skills for client, subcontractor and internal stakeholder engagement.
• Proactive, methodical with attention to detail and issue resolution.
• RICS or equivalent accreditation is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Cost management: oversee budgets, monitor expenditure and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Tendering & estimating: prepare accurate cost estimates and bids in collaboration with project teams.
• Contract administration: handle reviews, variations, and compliance with terms.
• Project monitoring & reporting: site visits and regular cost/performance reporting.
• Stakeholder liaison: maintain relationships with clients and subcontractors.
• Risk & value management: identify risks and apply value engineering for cost efficiency.

Skills

Estimator experience

Cost control

Budget management

Financial reporting

Stakeholder liaison

Risk & value management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Estimator (Plastering, Drylining, Fire Protection & SFS)

Full-time, Permanent
Negotiable salary dependant on experience

We are seeking an experienced Estimator to join a busy and well established MEP contractor in the South Wales area, specialising in plastering, drylining, fire protection, and SFS systems.

The company delivers comprehensive wall and partition solutions to commercial and industrial clients across the UK, with a proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale and complex projects. The business is recognised for its commitment to quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator looking to join a stable, successful contractor in a technically engaging and commercially focused role.

Key Responsibilities

As an Estimator, you will be responsible for managing and overseeing the financial aspects of construction projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Your responsibilities will include:

• Cost Management:
  Overseeing project budgets and ensuring works are delivered within agreed financial parameters. This includes monitoring expenditure, controlling costs, and identifying potential cost-saving opportunities across plastering, drylining, fire protection, and SFS packages.

• Tendering & Estimating:
  Preparing accurate cost estimates and tender submissions for upcoming projects. Working closely with project managers and design teams to ensure bids are competitive, commercially robust, and reflective of the full scope of works.

• Contract Administration:
  Managing contractual and commercial processes, including contract reviews, variations, and compliance with contractual terms. Liaising with internal and external parties to mitigate risk and resolve commercial issues.

• Project Monitoring & Reporting:
  Undertaking site visits to monitor progress and ensure alignment with project specifications, cost plans, and programmes. Producing regular cost and performance reports for senior management and clients.

• Stakeholder Liaison:
  Maintaining effective working relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams, providing expert commercial and cost advice where required.

• Risk & Value Management:
  Proactively identifying project risks and implementing mitigation strategies. Applying value engineering principles to optimise cost efficiency while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Required:

To succeed in this role, you will ideally have:

• Proven experience as an Estimator or Quantity Surveyor with hands-on exposure to drylining, fire protection, render, or SFS projects.

• A solid understanding of cost control, budget management, and financial reporting, with the ability to analyse data and provide actionable insights.

• Good working knowledge of construction contracts, industry standards, and relevant legislation, with experience managing variations and commercial issues.

• Strong interpersonal skills, capable of building effective relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.

• A proactive and methodical approach, with a strong eye for detail and the ability to identify and resolve issues early.

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline. RICS or similar accreditation is advantageous but not essential.

About the Role

As part of a successful and growing department, you will support a team that has been delivering industry-leading construction solutions for decades. You will play an integral role in maintaining high standards of quality, improving commercial performance, and contributing to the ongoing development of the team and business.