Pre-Construction Manage/Estimator

Prime Atlantic Group Ltd; Kempston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction sector is seeking a Pre-construction Estimating Manager to manage the preconstruction phase encompassing estimating, budgeting, and project development. The role is critical in ensuring successful project delivery by bridging client needs with design intent. Candidates should have a strong background in commercial construction estimating and hold relevant qualifications to support their role.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Private healthcare after successful completion of probation period

Pension after successful completion of probation period

Development and career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a construction estimator within the commercial construction sector.
• Familiarity with estimating and full tender submission process.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate preconstruction phase including estimating and budgeting.
• Prepare estimates and bid proposals for projects valued up to £3m.
• Communicate with clients to clarify specifications and requirements.

Skills

Construction Estimating

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

NVQ level 3 diploma in construction contracting operations (estimator)

Job description

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Prime Atlantic Group is a multidisciplinary construction services and electrical contracting business, delivering expert solutions across building, engineering, fit-out, refurbishment, commercial interiors, electrical, AV, and data services. Our integrated approach ensures seamless project delivery, tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients

At Prime Atlantic Group, we are committed to creating a dynamic and inclusive workplace where our talented team can grow, develop, and excel in their careers. Our team is built on expertise and a passion for excellence, ensuring that we consistently deliver top-tier results.

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Pre-construction Estimating Manager to lead and coordinate all aspects of the preconstruction phase, including estimating, budgeting, planning, and early-stage project development. This individual will play a critical role in bridging client needs, design intent, and construction feasibility—laying the groundwork for successful project delivery.

Duties and Responsibilities

·Analysing and interpretation of project information

·Preparation of estimates and bid proposals on commercial construction projects for work values up to £3m

·Accurately calculating take-offs from drawings including labour and materials

·Understanding of the planning and sequencing of construction of projects

·Communication with clients to clarify unclear specifications/wording through RFI's

·Coordination with sub-contractors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing used for bid submission

·Participation in site reviews, tender reviews, tender hand-over and project close out meetings as needed

·Use of in-house pricing and quoting system to deliver accurate estimates

·Undertaking site surveys and attend site visits as and when required

·Support the business unit led and report back weekly

Skills and Experience

·Proven experience as a construction estimator within the commercial construction sector

·Min NVQ level 3 diploma in construction contracting operations (estimator)

·Experience with estimating / full tender submission process

·Company vehicle

·Private healthcare after successful completion of probation period

·Pension after successful completion of probation period

·Development and career progression opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Facilities Services

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