Estimator - Refurbishment

Huntek - Recruitment Partners for the Built Environment; Aylesford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Ongoing training and support

Collaborative culture

Job summary

A leading main contractor in the United Kingdom is seeking an Estimator to produce competitive tenders and manage costs for projects. The ideal candidate has experience in a main contracting environment and excellent communication skills. This full-time role offers a collaborative culture, ongoing training, and career progression opportunities. Join a growing team and contribute to innovative solutions in construction.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Estimator within a main contracting environment.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and pricing.
• Ability to deliver accurate estimates for refurbishment and new-build schemes.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and analytical skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate, detailed, and competitive tenders within agreed deadlines.
• Review project drawings, specifications, and information to create full cost breakdowns.
• Estimate materials, labour, plant, and subcontractor packages for projects up to £10m.
• Identify risks and value engineering opportunities in tenders.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners.
• Liaise with internal teams to confirm scope, pricing strategies, and tender assumptions.
• Keep organised records of all tender-related documents and communications.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, standards, and internal procedures.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency with estimating software

Communication

Negotiation

Team coordination

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Our client is a leading main contractor with a strong presence in the healthcare, education, and commercial sectors. Known for delivering innovative and high-quality solutions, they are expanding rapidly and building on long-term relationships with both public and private clients.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate, detailed, and competitive tenders within agreed deadlines.
• Review project drawings, specifications, and information to create full cost breakdowns.
• Estimate materials, labour, plant, and subcontractor packages for projects up to £10m.
• Identify risks, challenges, and value engineering opportunities in tenders.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners.
• Liaise with internal teams to confirm scope, pricing strategies, and tender assumptions.
• Keep organised records of all tender-related documents and communications.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, standards, and internal procedures.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Estimator within a main contracting environment.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and pricing.
• Ability to deliver accurate estimates for both refurbishment and new‑build schemes.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Office suite.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Career progression opportunities within a growing contractor.
• Ongoing training and support for professional development.
• Collaborative and forward‑thinking company culture.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply today to explore this exciting opportunity.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management

Industries

Construction