Estimator in Ringwood, Hampshire

Energy Jobline CVL; Ringwood; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline CVL is recruiting for an Estimator to join our client’s growing construction team in Verwood. The role focuses on reading drawings, taking detailed measurements, and preparing tender submissions for projects typically £0.5–£3m.

You will obtain quotes from subcontractors, collate price lists, calculate materials, labour and prelims, and present bids to clients. A strong command of Excel and MS Office, plus excellent written and verbal communication, is essential to manage multiple

Qualifications

• Experience in a building/construction estimator role.

Responsibilities

• Reading drawings and completing detailed measurements for tenders

Skills

Reading drawings

Tender cost estimation

Sub-contractor quotes

Materials, labour, and prelims

Bid submissions

Client presentations

Stakeholder liaison

Excel

MS Word

Tools

Excel

MS Word

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Our client, a well-established leading building contractor, have an excellent opportunity for an Estimator to join their growing business. With offices based in Verwood, they provide accredited building services to clients throughout the corporate, commercial and public sectors.

We are looking for an Estimator with experience within the construction industry and calculating costs for large projects above £500,000 - 3 million pounds.

Duties to include:

• Reading drawings and completing detailed measurements for tenders
• Obtaining quotes for all scope requirements from sub-contractors and suppliers within a specified time frame
• Collating detailed price lists for everything needed on each tender
• Calculating the cost of materials, labour, and prelims for tendered scope
• Compiling tender submissions and issuing to potential clients in a timely manner
• Presenting bids to clients and answering their mid and post-tender queries
• Making use of relevant computer software such as Excel, Word, and Microsoft suite
• Attending meetings and site visits with potential clients
• Build, influence, and maintain relationships with key internal and external Stakeholders
• Lead and provide guidance and estimating expertise at Bid, Project, Commercial, and customer reviews and meetings and support negotiations

Requirements:

• Experience within a similar role within the building industry
• Good overall knowledge of the building industry
• Full Drivers Licence
• Confident with Microsoft Office programs
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritise and deal with multiple demands

This role is based in Verwood, Monday - Friday and onsite parking is available.