Jobs in Carlisle, United Kingdom

Estimator – Remote, with regular site travel across the Midlands

£40,000 - £50,000 + Bonus + Mileage + Progression to Senior Estimator + Further Training & Development + Benefits

This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator to join a rapidly expanding main contractor specialising in construction, refurbishment, and maintenance projects. You will be joining a forward-thinking business going through a high-growth period.

Are you a construction professional with estimating experience? Do you want to join a small but growing, forward-thinking company that will support your development & career progression?

This multi-disciplinary chartered construction company have had massive success in the industry, doubling their turnover year-on-year. They cover public and private sector clients' construction, refurbishment, and maintenance projects. The business has a dynamic and inclusive culture that encourages support, training, and development across all areas. Due to their growing order book, they are looking to bring an Estimator into the business to primarily work on various projects across the Midlands.

In this role, you will develop detailed cost estimates for tender bids ranging from £50K to £2M, analysing material, labour, plant, and subcontractor inputs to ensure accuracy and value. They will assess risks including inflation and logistics, coordinate with internal teams to align pricing with tender documentation, and maintain clear audit trails. The role requires working independently and supporting projects across the Midlands and Northern regions.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in estimating refurbishment and general construction projects, with strong numerical, analytical, and attention-to-detail skills. They will demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication, be self-motivated with a delivery-focused mindset, and hold a full UK driving licence with the flexibility to travel regionally.

This is an exciting opportunity for a driven construction professional to join a fast-growing company with a strong project pipeline, offering fresh challenges, excellent career progression, and great earning potential.

• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for tender bids (£50K-£2M), analysing material, labour, plant, and subcontractor inputs.
• Assess risks, including inflation and logistics, and maintain organised and defensible audit trails.
• Coordinate with internal teams to align pricing and tender documentation across multiple project sectors.
• Work from home, with regular work across the Midlands and Northern regions.

• Proven experience estimating refurbishment and general construction projects (£50K-£2M)
• Strong numerical, analytical, and attention-to-detail skills, with excellent written and verbal communication.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regionally.
• Eligible for and able to obtain security clearance.

Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Cameron Day at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates