Estimator / Pre Construction Manager

Bimplus; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Bonus / commission scheme

Shares in the business

Further progression opportunity

Job summary

Bimplus is seeking a Pre Construction Manager / Estimator in London to join the design & build fit-out division, focusing on projects up to £500k.

You'll prepare cost estimates, review drawings, obtain quotes, coordinate pricing with subcontractors and suppliers, and support tender to delivery handover.

This hybrid role offers a negotiable salary, bonus/commission, and shares in the business, with opportunity to progress.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years' experience in estimating or pre-construction management role with a fit-out contractor.
• Proficient in Microsoft packages.
• Motivated to learn and grow within a supportive team environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions.
• Review drawings, specifications and project documentation.
• Obtain and assess subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Identify project risks and value engineering opportunities.
• Assist in developing project budgets and procurement strategies.
• Liaise with clients, consultants and subcontractors during the pre-construction phase.
• Support handover to the project delivery team.
• Maintain estimating databases and cost benchmarks.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of estimating and pre-construction processes.

Skills

Estimating

Tender submissions

Team collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Pre Construction Manager / Estimator need to join a design & build fit out contractor within their small works division, focusing on projects up to £500k, based the City of London.

This is an exciting opportunity for a junior to mid-level construction professional who is eager to develop their career in commercial fit-out and workplace projects. You'll work closely with our design, project management and delivery teams to prepare competitive tenders, manage pre-construction activities and help set projects up for success.

You'll be involved from the earliest stages of each project, preparing accurate cost estimates, coordinating pricing, engaging subcontractors and suppliers, and supporting the successful transition from tender to delivery.

Pre Construction Manager responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions.
• Review drawings, specifications and project documentation.
• Obtain and assess subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Identify project risks and value engineering opportunities.
• Assist in developing project budgets and procurement strategies.
• Liaise with clients, consultants and subcontractors during the pre-construction phase.
• Support handover to the project delivery team.
• Maintain estimating databases and cost benchmarks.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of estimating and pre-construction processes.

Pre Construction Manager requirements

• 2-5 years' experience in estimating or pre-construction management role with a fit out contractor
• Proficient in Microsoft packages
• Motivated to learn and grow within a supportive team environment.
• A collaborative team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.

Pre Construction Manager Benefits

• Negotiable salary
• Bonus / commission scheme
• Hybrid working
• Shares in the business
• Further progression opportunity
• And more