Construction Estimator

  • Tech People
  • Oct 24, 2025
Full time Construction

Job Description

Construction Estimator
Location: Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Salary: Competitive 55-65k (DOE) + Profit Share + Pension + Employee Ownership Benefits
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:00


About the Company
Our client, is a respected, family-run construction business with an outstanding reputation built over almost 70 years.
Regularly recognised in The Sunday Times Top 100 Best Companies to Work For, prides themselves on its collaborative culture, strong client relationships, and high-quality project delivery.
With offices in East Midlands, they manage a diverse portfolio of new build, refurbishment, and maintenance projects across sectors such as affordable housing, education, retail, commercial, and healthcare on projects, covering planned and reactive works as well as larger construction schemes up to 10m in value.


The Role
Due to continued growth, is seeking an experienced Construction Estimator to join their Lincoln-based team.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established, employee-owned company that values integrity, teamwork, and professional development.
You'll play a key role in preparing competitive and accurate tenders for a variety of projects


Key Responsibilities

  • Manage both Traditional and Design & Build tenders from start to completion
  • Appraise tender documentation and prepare sub-contract and material enquiries
  • Produce detailed and measured Bills of Quantities
  • Oversee risk and value management across projects
  • Prepare budgets, estimates, and cost plans
  • Lead internal adjudications and deliver client presentations


The ideal candidate will have:

  • A strong construction background, with experience across refurbishment and new build projects
  • Solid understanding of CDM 2015, modern methods of construction, and contractual procedures
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, and estimating software
  • Experience managing subcontract procurement and multiple tenders simultaneously
  • A construction-related qualification (HNC/ Degree) - desirable but not essential


What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary 55-65k (based on experience and qualifications)
  • Profit-related pay scheme
  • Group Personal Pension
  • Employee Share Scheme
  • Genuine opportunities for career development and progression


For more information, please contact Nikki at Tech-People on (phone number removed) - the leading recruitment business and agency within M&E, HVAC, and Construction.
We are committed to attracting and providing a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which our clients and stakeholders operate, helping to facilitate an environment that enables everyone to fulfil their potential.