Estimator / Procurement Specialist

Construction; Burbage; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car/allowance

Job summary

SF Partners, on behalf of a well-established construction business, is seeking an Estimator / Procurement Specialist to lead cost estimation and procurement for competitive tenders in the UK. The role is based in Leicestershire and is onsite with a salary of £45,000–£65,000 DOE plus a company car or allowance.

You will prepare cost estimates, engage with subcontractors and suppliers, and deliver high-quality tender submissions within tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Experience in Estimating, Procurement or Pre-Construction within the construction industry.
• Strong procurement and supplier management experience, including obtaining and evaluating quotations.
• Excellent commercial awareness with the ability to interpret technical and tender documentation.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel and hold a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Prepare competitive cost estimates and tender submissions for construction and refurbishment projects.
• Review tender documentation to identify procurement requirements, subcontract packages and material specifications.
• Source pricing from subcontractors and suppliers, managing the tender enquiry process from issue through to evaluation.
• Assess and compare supplier and subcontractor quotations to ensure best value and commercial accuracy.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors to support future tender opportunities.
• Produce accurate take-offs and first-principle costings where required.
• Identify pricing gaps and develop practical commercial solutions.
• Prepare tender qualifications, exclusions and supporting cost documentation.
• Assist with project programmes, preliminary costings and procurement planning.
• Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to ensure tender deadlines are achieved.
• Attend occasional site visits across the UK as part of the tender process.

Skills

Estimating

Procurement

Supplier management

Tendering

Commercial awareness

Negotiation

Communication

Multi-tender management

Travel

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Job Title: Estimator / Procurement Specialist
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Location: Leicestershire (Onsite)
Salary: £45,000 - £65,000 DOE + Company Car/Allowance

Are you an experienced Estimator with a strong understanding of procurement, supplier engagement and tendering within the construction sector? The Procurement & Supply Chain division at SF Partners are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing construction business looking to strengthen its Pre-Construction team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative environment where you'll play a key role in delivering competitive tenders across a diverse range of construction projects.

Working closely with the wider commercial and pre-construction teams, you'll be responsible for producing accurate cost estimates, engaging with subcontractors and suppliers, and ensuring high-quality tender submissions are delivered within tight deadlines.

If you enjoy combining commercial awareness, procurement expertise and estimating skills in a fast-paced environment, please read on

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare competitive cost estimates and tender submissions for construction and refurbishment projects.
• Review tender documentation to identify procurement requirements, subcontract packages and material specifications.
• Source pricing from subcontractors and suppliers, managing the tender enquiry process from issue through to evaluation.
• Assess and compare supplier and subcontractor quotations to ensure best value and commercial accuracy.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors to support future tender opportunities.
• Produce accurate take-offs and first-principle costings where required.
• Identify pricing gaps and develop practical commercial solutions.
• Prepare tender qualifications, exclusions and supporting cost documentation.
• Assist with project programmes, preliminary costings and procurement planning.
• Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to ensure tender deadlines are achieved.
• Attend occasional site visits across the UK as part of the tender process.

Experience & Skills Required

• Previous experience within Estimating, Procurement, Commercial or Pre-Construction roles within the construction industry.
• Strong procurement and supplier management experience, including obtaining and evaluating quotations.
• Excellent commercial awareness with the ability to interpret technical and tender documentation.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and work effectively to deadlines.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel occasionally.

If you're looking for a role where you can combine estimating, procurement and commercial expertise within a growing construction business, we'd love to hear from you. Easily commutable from Leicestershire, Ruby and Coventry.