Estimator – Construction & Refurbishment

Location: South East England

The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.
Job Type: Permanent

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000

Are you an experienced Estimator looking for your next opportunity with a growing construction business?

You'll join a successful contractor delivering construction, refurbishment and fit-out projects across the South East, with a strong track record in the education sector.

You'll take ownership of tenders from initial review through to submission, working closely with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers to produce accurate and competitive bids.

• Prepare estimates, cost plans and tender submissions.

• Review drawings, specifications and tender documents.

• Obtain and assess subcontractor and supplier quotations.

• Identify commercial risks, opportunities and value engineering options.

• Work with the wider team to ensure a smooth handover from tender to delivery.

You'll be joining an established and growing construction and refurbishment business with a strong presence across the South East.

The business specialises in education, refurbishment, fit-out and live environments, alongside commercial and new-build projects. Its education work includes school refurbishment, fire safety and compliance projects, often delivered while buildings remain operational.

With a growing project portfolio, this is an opportunity to join an ambitious SME where you can have a genuine impact on the continued growth of the business.

• Previous experience as an Estimator within construction, refurbishment or fit-out.

• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials and sequencing.

• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and tender information.

• Good commercial awareness and attention to detail.

• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

• Experience in education, commercial refurbishment or fit-out.

• Experience working in live environments.

• Good knowledge of Excel and estimating software.

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.

• Company benefits package.

• Varied projects across the South East.

• Opportunity to work across education, refurbishment, fit-out and new-build.

• Career development within a growing business.

• A collaborative environment where your contribution will have a direct impact.

This is a South East-based role, with projects delivered across the region.

There are no overseas travel requirements. xwzovoh Working hours will be aligned with the requirements of the estimating and tendering function.