Estimator / Senior Estimator

NRL Recruitment; Haverton Hil; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

NRL Group is seeking an experienced Estimator or Senior Estimator to join their Teesside operation. You will prepare detailed estimates for structural steelwork and turnkey projects, interpreting drawings and specifications to produce accurate quantities and prices.

You will engage suppliers and subcontractors, benchmark pricing, and support post-tender negotiations. The role combines technical estimating with commercial insight, requires strong Excel skills, and offers career progression within

Qualifications

• Proven experience estimating structural steel or construction projects.
• Understanding of steel fabrication and erection processes.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Excellent commercial awareness and cost control skills.
• Strong analytical capabilities with attention to detail.
• Effective communicator with clients, suppliers, and colleagues at all levels.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for structural steelwork and turnkey projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, 3D models, and tender docs to generate quantities.
• Issue enquiries to suppliers and subcontractors, evaluate quotations, negotiate pricing.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and project teams for viable bids.
• Identify risks, opportunities, exclusions, and value-engineering solutions.
• Prepare and submit tender proposals, quotations, and pricing schedules within deadlines.
• Support post-tender clarifications and commercial negotiations.
• Maintain pricing, tender, and benchmarking records in company systems.

Skills

Estimating

Structural steel

Tendering

Cost control

Excel

Communication

Tools

Navisworks

SharePoint

Tender systems

MS Office

Job description

Estimator / Senior Estimator

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Estimator or Senior Estimator to join a respected structural steelwork and construction organisation based in Teesside. This position suits someone who has proven experience in estimating structural steel or construction projects and enjoys combining technical knowledge with commercial insight.

Location

Teesside

Client Overview

Our client is a well‑established structural steelwork and construction company delivering turnkey engineering and steel fabrication projects across the UK. Operating from their head office in Teesside and fabrication facilities in nearby Skelton, they provide an integrated service encompassing design, detailing, fabrication, and installation for industrial, commercial, energy and infrastructure sectors.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for structural steelwork and turnkey projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, 3D models, and tender documentation to produce material take‑offs and quantities.
• Issue enquiries to suppliers and subcontractors, evaluate quotations, and negotiate competitive pricing.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and project teams to produce commercially viable bids.
• Identify risks, opportunities, exclusions, and potential value‑engineering solutions.
• Prepare and submit tender proposals, quotations, and pricing schedules within required deadlines.
• Support post‑tender clarifications and commercial negotiations.
• Maintain accurate pricing, tender, and benchmarking records within company systems.

Must‑have Requirements

• Proven experience as a Steelwork or Construction Estimator, ideally within a structural steel or fabrication environment.
• In‑depth understanding of steel fabrication and erection processes.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Excellent commercial awareness and cost control skills.
• Strong analytical capabilities with exceptional attention to detail.
• Effective communicator, confident engaging with clients, suppliers, and colleagues at all levels.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Nice‑to‑have Skills

• Experience working with major contractors or EPC teams.
• Knowledge of large‑scale industrial, energy, or infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and UK construction standards.
• Experience using SharePoint, tender management systems, or 3D model viewers such as Navisworks

About Our Client

The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.

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