Project Estimator

Wallace Hind Selection LTD; Market Harborough; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction consultancy is seeking an experienced Project Estimator to interpret architectural plans and ensure project success. The ideal candidate has a background in construction and experience with project estimating for both private and public sectors. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £55,000, a company car, and additional benefits, fostering a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Company Car

21 Days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays

Quarterly Bonus

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Estimator or Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry.
• Experience bidding for and submitting tenders to private and public sectors (£200k - £500k minimum).
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills including Excel.

Responsibilities

• Interpret architectural plans into accurate, actionable estimates.
• Ensure projects run on time and within budget.
• Work closely with architects, project managers, and contractors.

Skills

Project estimating

Quantity surveying

Bid preparation

Microsoft Excel

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced Project Estimator, based in Northamptonshire, ideally with a background in construction who relishes the diversity in what we do? Ranging from grand historical restorations to commercial buildings and development both in the private and public sector, you will join a successful family run business who are growing their team.

Location and Benefits

LOCATION: Kettering
COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Northampton, Wellingborough, Market Harborough, Bedford, Towcester, Rushden, Milton Keynes, Leicester
BASIC SALARY: up to £55,000 per annum
BENEFITS: Company Car, 21 Days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays, Quarterly Bonus

Role and Responsibilities

• As an experienced Project Estimator, you will be responsible for interpreting architectural plans into accurate, actionable estimates. This is a crucial role, supporting the company in winning new contracts.
• Projects need to run on time, budgets need to be accurate, and the delivery needs to be successful.
• Work closely with colleagues, sub-contractors, Project Managers and suppliers to ensure the commercial aspect of the design meets real-world practicality.
• Work with architectural drawings, surveyors, contractors and project specifications for domestic, commercial developments and historical restorative projects within the construction sector.

Person Specification / Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Estimator or Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry.
• Relevant Estimator qualifications, e.g., Degree or similar in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or Civil Engineering.
• Experience bidding for and submitting tenders to both the private and public sector (£200k - £500k minimum).
• Experience in managing projects, working closely with Architects, Project Managers, Surveyors, engineers and clients.
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills including Excel.

Company

We are specialists in delivering outstanding commercial and development projects. With over 50 years of steady growth as a family-owned business, we\'ve built a reputation for combining craftsmanship, technical knowledge, and professional service across a wide range of sectors. While our roots are in stone masonry, we\'ve expanded to support diverse projects that are innovative, tailored, and commercially driven. From specialist heritage work to large-scale commercial developments, our team brings expertise, creativity, and reliability to every project we undertake.

Other Information

INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client, embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives.

Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct.

REF: LO18240, Wallace Hind Selection