Estimator

OCS Recruitment Ltd

A well-established RC Frame and Groundworks subcontractor is looking for an Estimator to join their team. This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone with at least 2 years’ experience estimating RC frame or groundworks packages, and who is confident with take-offs and bill preparation.

You will:

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Prepare tender estimates for RC frame and groundworks projects

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Complete take-offs from drawings and prepare bills of quantities accurately and efficiently

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Analyse drawings, specifications, and methodologies to produce competitive, buildable bids

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Engage with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to gather pricing and input

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Support preconstruction and commercial teams with cost breakdowns, risk assessments, and tender reporting

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Ensure estimates are accurate, consistent, and compliant with client and company requirements

The Ideal Candidate

You will:

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Have at least 2 years’ experience estimating RC frame and/or groundworks projects

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Be confident in take-offs, bills preparation, and cost analysis

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Be commercially aware and able to identify risks and opportunities in project scopes

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Have excellent numerical, analytical, and organisational skills

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Be proficient in Microsoft Excel and other estimating tools

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Be proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of working in a fast-paced tendering environment

Why Apply?

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Work with a reputable, growing subcontractor on high-value and technically challenging projects

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Gain exposure to a wide range of RC frame and groundworks schemes

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Opportunity for career progression within a supportive commercial team

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Competitive salary and benefits package

This is a hands-on Estimator role ideal for someone looking to leverage their take-off and bill preparation skills while growing their career in a specialist subcontracting environment