Pre-Construction Estimator - Budgets & Tenders

Cityscape Recruitment; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected main contractor in the UK is seeking an Estimator to join its Pre-Construction team. This full-time role involves managing the tendering process, preparing budgets, and assessing subcontractors. The ideal candidate will have strong IT skills, along with the ability to interpret technical documents. The position offers a salary range of £50,000 - £65,000 based on experience, and is office-based with a focus on career development within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and reliable.
• Professional, approachable, and confident.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible, adaptable, and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Prepare budgets and tenders for new projects.
• Undertake manual and digital take-offs from drawings and documents.
• Produce and update Bills of Quantities and input costs.
• Collate, issue, and evaluate subcontractor enquiries.
• Prepare tender submissions and manage post-tender queries.
• Maintain subcontractor database and tender documentation.
• Support the Pre-Construction Director with day-to-day pre-construction duties.

Skills

Strong IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Ability to read and interpret technical information

Good communication, organisation, and time-management skills

Full UK driving licence

Job description

A respected main contractor in the UK is seeking an Estimator to join its Pre-Construction team. This full-time role involves managing the tendering process, preparing budgets, and assessing subcontractors. The ideal candidate will have strong IT skills, along with the ability to interpret technical documents. The position offers a salary range of £50,000 - £65,000 based on experience, and is office-based with a focus on career development within a supportive team environment.