Estimator: Tenders & Commercial Growth Path

CR Smith; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

31 days annual leave

Company pension

GP access

Staff meals

Mentoring

Professional development

Career progression

Tender exposure

Employee discounts

Brand stability

Job summary

CR Smith is seeking an engaged Estimator to join our Dunfermline head office. You will work on tenders across New Build, Social Housing and Commercial sectors, gaining exposure to pricing, contract requirements and project support within a growing Commercial Team.

You will develop commercial responsibility, learn specialist software, and progress towards senior estimating and commercial management as your skills grow. A strong numerical mindset helps you excel.

Qualifications

• Experience in Estimating, Procurement, Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
• Strong written, verbal, numerical and analytical skills.
• Commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and priorities.
• Willingness to learn and develop with training provided.

Responsibilities

• Prepare competitive tenders across New Build, Social Housing and Commercial projects.
• Review specifications and contract requirements to develop compliant solutions.
• Price products, building works and services using estimating methods.
• Work with the supply chain to secure accurate and competitive costings.
• Complete tender submissions and package pre-start information for manufacturing and operations.
• Analyse tender feedback and help improve estimating systems and processes.

Skills

Estimating

Procurement

Quantity Surveying

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Estimating software

Job description

CR Smith is seeking an engaged Estimator to join our Dunfermline head office. You will work on tenders across New Build, Social Housing and Commercial sectors, gaining exposure to pricing, contract requirements and project support within a growing Commercial Team.

You will develop commercial responsibility, learn specialist software, and progress towards senior estimating and commercial management as your skills grow. A strong numerical mindset helps you excel.