Estimator maintenance

AGM Construction Recruitment; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Estimator to join their Building Maintenance Services division. This full-time role involves delivering competitive tenders for new build and refurbishment projects across various sectors, requiring a strong building background and excellent attention to detail. The successful candidate will receive additional benefits and opportunities for training and career progression.

Benefits

Group Personal Pension

Profit-related pay

Employee share scheme

Opportunities for further training

Career progression

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of refurbishment and new build construction across various sectors.
• Good understanding of CDM 2015 Health & Safety regulations.
• Experience in procuring small and large subcontract packages.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Traditional and Design & Build tenders.
• Prepare budgets, estimates, and cost plans.
• Conduct risk and value management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Planning skills

Education

Higher Education qualification in construction-related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Excel

Specialist estimating software

Job description

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The Building Maintenance Services (BMS) division focuses on construction projects in Lincoln and the wider East Midlands region, handling both planned and reactive maintenance tasks, as well as smaller works. They cater to a broad spectrum of clients across sectors such as affordable housing, food, retail, education, commercial, industrial, and healthcare. Their strong client relationships, built over time, result in most projects being awarded through direct negotiation with repeat clients.

About the Role:

My client is seeking an experienced Estimator to join their BMS division. The Estimator will be responsible for delivering competitive and accurate tenders for projects up to £10m. The role is based in Lincoln and involves working on a variety of new build and refurbishment projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee Traditional and Design & Build tenders

Appraise tender documents and prepare subcontractor and material enquiries

Produce detailed and measured bills of quantities

Conduct risk and value management

Prepare budgets, estimates, and cost plans

Participate in internal tender adjudications and external client presentations

What We’re Looking For:

Strong building background with extensive knowledge of refurbishment and new build construction across various sectors

Good understanding of CDM 2015 Health & Safety regulations, modern construction methods, and contractual awareness

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Project, and Excel

Experience with specialist estimating software is preferred

Experience in procuring small and large subcontract packages

Ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously

A Higher Education qualification (HNC, Diploma, Degree) in a construction-related field is advantageous but not essential

The successful candidate must demonstrate high attention to detail, possess an innovative and proactive approach to problem-solving, and have effective planning skills to meet deadlines.

What We Can Offer:

This is a full-time position (Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00). Salary will be commensurate with experience, skills, and qualifications. Additional benefits include a Group Personal Pension, profit-related pay, employee share scheme, and opportunities for further training, development, and career progression.