Estimator

Job Title:

Estimator

Location: Northampton

Pay/Salary: £35,000 – £50,000 per year

Hours of Work: Full-time

Type: Permanent

Start Date: Immediately (flexible for notice periods)

We are hiring for an Estimator

We are looking for an experienced Estimator to join our team in Northampton. This is an opportunity to work on a variety of projects across drainage, groundworks, roofing, and construction sectors. You’ll be an important part of the business, helping to ensure projects are accurately costed, competitively priced, and profitable.

Duties of an Estimator

In this role, you will be working within the estimating team to support tender submissions and project planning. You will be responsible for:

Preparing detailed cost estimates for civil engineering, groundworks, and drainage projects

Analysing drawings, specifications, and other documentation to prepare comprehensive tenders

Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations

Conducting site visits to assess conditions and gather data for pricing

Collaborating with project managers and engineers to align estimates with delivery plans

Monitoring market trends and pricing to maintain competitive bids

Assisting in post-tender negotiations and value engineering exercises

Maintaining and updating estimating databases and tools

Skills and Experience of an Estimator

As an Estimator, you must have:

Proven experience working as an Estimator within the construction or drainage sector

Strong understanding of UK construction methods, materials, and regulations

Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent numerical and analytical skills

Strong communication and negotiation abilities

Ability to manage multiple tenders independently

Full UK driving licence (preferred for site visits)

It would be beneficial if you also had:

HNC/HND or Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field

Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., RICS, CIOB)

What the Client Offers an Estimator

This role offers:

Genuine progression opportunities based on performance and results

Direct access to senior decision-makers

A business that rewards initiative and values results over red tape

The opportunity to influence pricing and planning approaches

Supportive and hard-working colleagues

On-site parking

About the Client

Our client is a growing medium-sized enterprise specialising in drainage, roofing, groundworks, and construction. They work with local communities, commercial clients, and domestic customers. With a practical, hard-working culture, the business values flexibility, opportunities, and strong team spirit.

Next Steps

Apply to this Estimator role through this advert. If you would like more information about this role, please contact our Construction team on (phone number removed).

If successful, you will need to digitally register with our agency (if you haven’t already done so). If you have not been contacted regarding your application within 7 days, please assume that you have not been successful. We will however retain your application for any future roles for which you may be suitable