Heritage Restoration Estimator - Pre-Construction

Map Talent Group; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Map Talent Group's client, a specialist contractor in heritage and conservation, is seeking an experienced Construction Estimator to join the pre-construction team. You will prepare accurate tenders for restoration, refurbishment and conservation schemes, and work closely with directors, subcontractors, architects, and clients to secure work while ensuring commercial viability.

This role offers exposure to prestigious listed buildings and ecclesiastical projects across the UK, with a proactive,

Qualifications

• Experience as an Estimator in construction
• Experience pricing refurbishment/restoration or specialist projects
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials and procurement
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and technical information
• Excellent numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for heritage, conservation, restoration and refurbishment projects
• Review drawings, specifications, schedules and tender documentation
• Conduct quantity take-offs and pricing exercises
• Obtain and analyse quotations from suppliers and specialist subcontractors
• Identify project risks, opportunities and value engineering options
• Attend site visits and pre-tender meetings
• Liaise with clients, architects, consultants and internal teams throughout the tender process
• Support bid presentations and negotiations when required
• Maintain accurate cost databases and market intelligence
• Contribute to continuous improvement within estimating and pre-construction functions

Skills

Estimator experience

Pricing refurbishment/restoration

Construction methods & procurement

Interpret drawings & specs

Numerical/analytical/problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Estimating software

Collaborative working

Job description

Map Talent Group's client, a specialist contractor in heritage and conservation, is seeking an experienced Construction Estimator to join the pre-construction team. You will prepare accurate tenders for restoration, refurbishment and conservation schemes, and work closely with directors, subcontractors, architects, and clients to secure work while ensuring commercial viability.

This role offers exposure to prestigious listed buildings and ecclesiastical projects across the UK, with a proactive,