Estimator – Midlands – Construction

Key Responsibilities

Ensure all project costs align with scope, client requirements, and current legislation

Collaborate with the wider preconstruction team to secure and convert tender opportunities

Produce accurate and robust cost plans through all design stages up to target price

Provide guidance to design teams and advise clients on affordability

Identify risks and value engineering opportunities, proposing effective solutions

Assess and price alternative design options where required

Manage and complete detailed quantity take-offs (SMM7 / NRM2 level)

Prepare comprehensive cost handover documentation for delivery teams, including:

Bills of quantities

Tender submissions

Supply chain quotations and comparisons

Lead procurement scheduling and develop strong supply chain relationships

Support change control processes, assessing cost implications across design stages

Contribute to design development by advising on cost impacts and budget alignment

Essential Criteria

Proven experience delivering two-stage tenders, including pricing all work packages

Strong knowledge of a range of construction methods

Experience managing cost, programme, and quality targets

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications accurately

Strong numerical and analytical skills

Valid CSCS card

Desirable Criteria

HNC / NVQ Level 4 or equivalent qualification

Relevant degree in construction or commercial discipline

Experience using estimating software such as Conquest (or similar)

Experience completing take-offs to SMM7 standard

Working towards professional membership (e.g. MCIOB or RICS)

Salary & Benefits

£70,000 – £85,000 (depending on experience)

Hybrid working: 2 days per week in the office

Applications

If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV. Alternatively contact us on (phone number removed).

Howells are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. Howells acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies