Estimator – Tendering for High-Security Projects

A.D.S Construction Personnel Ltd; Bedford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday per year

Discretionary bonus

Pension scheme

Long-term progression

Stable business

Job summary

A.D.S Construction Personnel Ltd is seeking an Estimator to support tendering activity for high-security projects in the UK construction sector. The role focuses on reviewing documents, pricing and cost analysis across diverse, technically challenging workloads.

You will join a growing estimating department and collaborate with Sales, Project Management and Production to deliver accurate bids and competitive proposals.

Qualifications

• Experience in an Estimator role, with construction backgrounds considered.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Confident using Excel and estimation software, with Bluebeam or PlanSwift beneficial.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD beneficial.
• Organised, proactive and keen to develop within a growing department.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates and pricing schedules.
• Review tender documents, drawings and specifications.
• Calculate material, labour and subcontractor costs.
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Maintain organised records of estimates and submissions.
• Work collaboratively with Sales, Project Management and Production teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organised

Proactive

Team collaboration

Tools

Excel

Bluebeam

PlanSwift

AutoCAD

Job description

A.D.S Construction Personnel Ltd is seeking an Estimator to support tendering activity for high-security projects in the UK construction sector. The role focuses on reviewing documents, pricing and cost analysis across diverse, technically challenging workloads.

You will join a growing estimating department and collaborate with Sales, Project Management and Production to deliver accurate bids and competitive proposals.