Freelance Estimator - Groundworks & RC Frames

Professional Construction Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Freelance basis

Job summary

Professional Construction Recruitment Ltd in Harrow, London, is seeking an experienced Estimator / Quantity Surveyor to join a busy groundworks contractor on a freelance/self-employed basis, full-time hours in office-based setting.

The role focuses on pricing groundworks, RC frames, formwork, and related packages, preparing bills of quantities, and supporting the commercial team to win new work.

Strong tender and negotiation skills, reading drawings, and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Estimator, QS or Estimator/QS in construction.
• Strong background in groundworks and reinforced concrete.
• Knowledge of formwork and RC frame projects.
• Experience pricing packages for main contractors.
• Good understanding of drawings, specifications and tender documentation.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing incoming enquiries and tender opportunities.
• Preparing accurate estimates and competitive tenders.
• Pricing groundworks, reinforced concrete, formwork and RC frame packages.
• Preparing bills of quantities and reviewing drawings/specifications.
• Obtaining and reviewing subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Liaising with clients, main contractors and QSs.
• Following up submitted quotations and assisting with negotiations.
• Supporting the commercial team with securing new projects.
• Maintaining accurate tender and pricing records.

Skills

Groundworks

Reinforced concrete

Formwork

RC frames

Tender pricing

Commercial management

Negotiation

Reading drawings

Independent working

Job description

Professional Construction Recruitment Ltd in Harrow, London, is seeking an experienced Estimator / Quantity Surveyor to join a busy groundworks contractor on a freelance/self-employed basis, full-time hours in office-based setting.

The role focuses on pricing groundworks, RC frames, formwork, and related packages, preparing bills of quantities, and supporting the commercial team to win new work.

Strong tender and negotiation skills, reading drawings, and attention to detail are essential.