Estimator

Estimator - Main Contractor

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Hockley, Essex
£65,000 - £70,000 + Package
Full-Time | Permanent | Office-Based

About the Business:

Our steadily growing client are an established main contractor delivering high-quality public sector construction and refurbishment projects across Essex, London and the South East. Their portfolio includes a wide variety of refurbishment, fit-out and new-build schemes across:

Education & Schools
Healthcare
Care Homes
Hotel Refurbishments
Commercial Upgrades & Extensions

Typical project values range from £500k - £15m, with a strong focus on quality delivery, repeat business and long-term client relationships. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Estimator to join their team in Hockley.

Estimator - Main Contractor - Essex

The Role:

This is an excellent opportunity for a self-sufficient Estimator who is comfortable managing the full tender process from initial enquiry through to final submission with minimal supervision.

The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced SME environment, taking ownership of multiple tenders simultaneously while working closely with the commercial and operational teams.

This is a full-time office-based role, Monday to Friday, 8am 5pm.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage tender enquiries from initial review through to final submission
Prepare detailed cost plans, take-offs and pricing documents
Review drawings, specifications and tender documentation
Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations
Identify value engineering opportunities where appropriate
Liaise with operational and commercial teams throughout pre-construction stages
Attend tender meetings and assist with client presentations where required
Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, consultants and clients
Ensure tenders are completed accurately and within deadlines

Estimator - Main Contractor - Essex

Candidate Requirements:

My client are looking for someone dependable, proactive and collaborative - not necessarily a highly corporate sales-style personality, but someone who will integrate well into the existing team and take genuine ownership of their work.

Minimum 5 years experience in an Estimating role within construction or refurbishment
Strong understanding of commercial construction processes
Ability to manage multiple tenders independently
Excellent xwzovoh organisational and communication skills
Commercial awareness and attention to detail

Highly Desirable:

Experience delivering public sector refurbishment projects
Previous exposure to education, healthcare or care home schemes
Experience working within an SME contractor environment

Estimator - Main Contractor - Essex

Salary & Package:

£60,000 - £70,000 basic salary (depending on experience)
Flexibility available for exceptional candidates
Full-time permanent position
Office-based in Hockley, Essex
Further package details discussed at interview stage

Estimator - Main Contractor - Essex

If you are an experienced Estimator looking to join a growing and well-respected contractor with a strong pipeline of work across the South East, wed like to hear from you.