Hybrid Construction Estimator – Fire & Smoke Ventilation

Energy Jobline CVL; Dartford; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Pension

Training and Development

Parking

Life Assurance

Xmas office closure

Team social events

Job summary

Office Angels is partnering with a UK leader in smoke ventilation design to recruit an Estimator (Construction). Based in rural Dartford, the role offers 37.5 hours, with one day hybrid after probation and a salary plus commission.

You will review tender information, prepare quantities, obtain quotations, and submit detailed bids while managing budgets and risks. The team includes an Estimating Lead and a 4-person estimators group.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above.
• Experience estimating in construction, M&E, fire protection, or building services.
• Willingness to develop knowledge in smoke ventilation and fire safety.
• Ability to travel to the Head Office in Dartford.

Responsibilities

• Review tender enquiry drawings, fire strategies, specifications and project information to establish scope.
• Prepare material and labour quantities based on project information.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Prepare and submit detailed quotations within required timescales.
• Identify risks and propose cost-saving alternatives without compromising quality.
• Negotiate with suppliers, subcontractors and clients to achieve viable outcomes.

Skills

Estimating

Tendering

Budgeting

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Office Angels is partnering with a UK leader in smoke ventilation design to recruit an Estimator (Construction). Based in rural Dartford, the role offers 37.5 hours, with one day hybrid after probation and a salary plus commission.

You will review tender information, prepare quantities, obtain quotations, and submit detailed bids while managing budgets and risks. The team includes an Estimating Lead and a 4-person estimators group.