Estimator

We are recruiting an Estimator to join a growing, forward‑thinking main contractor with a strong presence in the public sector, alongside an expanding private sector portfolio. This role offers the opportunity to become part of a business with clear ambition – one that is investing, increasing its profile, and building momentum across multiple markets.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator who wants more than just a role, it's for someone who wants to help shape growth, raise market presence, and be part of the journey.

The Role

You will play a key role in securing work across public and private sector projects, working closely with pre‑construction, commercial and operational teams
The position will involve a strong focus on 2‑stage tendering, early contractor engagement and competitive single‑stage bidsKey responsibilities include:

Preparing detailed cost plans and estimates for public and private sector projects
Leading and supporting 2‑stage tender processes
Pricing private sector tenders, including competitive single‑stage bids
Interpreting drawings, specifications and employer's requirements
Producing take‑offs and pricing from first principles
Engaging with supply chain partners to build competitive and compliant bids
Supporting bid strategy, value engineering and buildability inputs
Identifying commercial risk and opportunity within tenders
Contributing to successful handover from pre‑construction to delivery
About You
You will be an experienced Estimator who is comfortable working across both public and private sector procurement, enjoys collaboration, and is motivated by being part of a business on an upward trajectory.

You will ideally have:

Proven experience as an Estimator for a main contractor
Public sector framework experience (education, healthcare, local authority or similar)
Strong experience of 2‑stage tendering
Private sector tendering experience, including competitive bid environments
Ability to price from first principles
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
A proactive, commercially minded approach
Ambition to grow with a business and help increase its market presence and reputation
The Opportunity

This business is actively growing, strengthening its position on key public sector frameworks while expanding its footprint within the private sector. You'll be joining at an exciting stage, with a genuine opportunity to influence success, support growth, and progress your own career alongside the company
A competitive salary, and a chance to shape and mould the future of a hugely exciting organisation is on offer for the successful person

What you need to do now

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