Estimator - Contracts

Estimator

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Department: Contracts

Salary: £37-£42K DOE

Hours: 37 hours per week, Mon – Fri

About Us

We are proud of our heritage and the reputation we've built through quality workmanship, trusted relationships and doing the right thing. Guided by our values of Heritage, Integrity, Quality, Curiosity, Collaboration and Financial Stewardship, we work together to deliver exceptional results for our customers while building a sustainable future.

We are looking for a commercially minded Estimator to join our Contracts team, playing a key role in converting enquiries into successful projects through accurate estimating, strong customer relationships and effective project coordination.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating & Sales

• Prepare accurate, competitive quotations from enquiries, drawings, specifications and tender documents
• Interpret technical information and identify project risks and opportunities
• Develop commercially viable pricing solutions that deliver client value while protecting margins
• Negotiate quotations and terms, convert successful quotes into confirmed orders and maintain accurate CRM records
• Follow up quotations and support sales conversion opportunities

Project Coordination

• Work closely with Contracts, Sales and Operational teams to ensure smooth project handovers
• Attend project review and Contracts meetings, conduct site visits and surveys where required
• Maintain effective communication throughout the project lifecycle

Customer, Supplier & Compliance Management

• Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and stakeholders
• Source and verify material costs, complete PQQs and support tender submissions
• Assist with quality audits and maintain company accreditations including Constructionline, Achilles, JOSCAR, CHAS and SafeContractor
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and maintain accurate documentation

About You

• Experience in estimating, contract sales, quantity surveying or a similar commercial role within construction or a related industry
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and tender documents
• Strong commercial awareness, negotiation skills and excellent attention to detail
• Confident communicator with strong relationship-building abilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM systems
• Willingness to undergo Security Clearance
• Full UK driving licence required xwzovoh

You will be someone who acts with honesty and integrity, takes pride in accurate high-quality work, enjoys collaboration and is curious, proactive and committed to continuous improvement, all while balancing great customer service with sound commercial decision-making.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Employer-matched pension & life assurance
• Perkbox membership – with access to discounts, health, and wellbeing support
• Bonus scheme based on company performance
• 25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays, including a Christmas shutdown
• Option to purchase up to 5 additional days’ leave
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Supportive, collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to contribute to a growing and successful business