About the Company Our client is a highly respected specialist contractor with an outstanding reputation for delivering some of the most prestigious heritage, restoration, and conservation projects across the UK. With decades of experience, they have built a reputation for exceptional delivery, technical expertise, and collaborative project delivery. Their portfolio includes listed buildings, historic landmarks, ecclesiastical projects, conservation schemes, and complex refurbishment works, working closely with architects, conservation officers, private clients, and public sector organisations. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured and upcoming projects, they are seeking an experienced Estimator to join their established pre-construction team. The Role As Construction Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive tenders for a diverse range of heritage and conservation projects. Working closely with directors, operational teams, specialist subcontractors, and clients, you will play a key role in securing future work while ensuring commercial viability and project success. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business that is genuinely passionate about preserving historic buildings and delivering projects of exceptional quality. Key Responsibilities Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for heritage, conservation, restoration, and refurbishment projects. Review drawings, specifications, schedules, and tender documentation. Conduct quantity take-offs and pricing exercises. Obtain and analyse quotations from suppliers and specialist subcontractors. Identify project risks, opportunities, and value engineering options where appropriate. Attend site visits and pre-tender meetings. Liaise with clients, architects, consultants, and internal teams throughout the tender process. Support bid presentations and negotiations when required. Maintain accurate cost databases and market intelligence. Contribute to continuous improvement within the estimating and pre-construction function. About You We are seeking a commercially aware estimator who combines strong technical knowledge with excellent attention to detail. You will ideally have: Previous experience as an Estimator within the construction industry. Experience pricing refurbishment, restoration, or specialist construction projects. Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and procurement routes. Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and technical information. Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities. Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Office applications. A proactive and collaborative approach to work.
08/10/2026
Full time
About the Company Our client is a highly respected specialist contractor with an outstanding reputation for delivering some of the most prestigious heritage, restoration, and conservation projects across the UK. With decades of experience, they have built a reputation for exceptional delivery, technical expertise, and collaborative project delivery. Their portfolio includes listed buildings, historic landmarks, ecclesiastical projects, conservation schemes, and complex refurbishment works, working closely with architects, conservation officers, private clients, and public sector organisations. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured and upcoming projects, they are seeking an experienced Estimator to join their established pre-construction team. The Role As Construction Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive tenders for a diverse range of heritage and conservation projects. Working closely with directors, operational teams, specialist subcontractors, and clients, you will play a key role in securing future work while ensuring commercial viability and project success. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business that is genuinely passionate about preserving historic buildings and delivering projects of exceptional quality. Key Responsibilities Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for heritage, conservation, restoration, and refurbishment projects. Review drawings, specifications, schedules, and tender documentation. Conduct quantity take-offs and pricing exercises. Obtain and analyse quotations from suppliers and specialist subcontractors. Identify project risks, opportunities, and value engineering options where appropriate. Attend site visits and pre-tender meetings. Liaise with clients, architects, consultants, and internal teams throughout the tender process. Support bid presentations and negotiations when required. Maintain accurate cost databases and market intelligence. Contribute to continuous improvement within the estimating and pre-construction function. About You We are seeking a commercially aware estimator who combines strong technical knowledge with excellent attention to detail. You will ideally have: Previous experience as an Estimator within the construction industry. Experience pricing refurbishment, restoration, or specialist construction projects. Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and procurement routes. Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and technical information. Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities. Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Office applications. A proactive and collaborative approach to work.
The Opportunity Our client is an established and highly respected main contractor with over 40 years of experience delivering construction projects across the South East. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of work, they are looking to appoint an experienced Estimator to join their pre-construction team. The business delivers a diverse range of projects across commercial, education, healthcare, residential, heritage, leisure and retail sectors, with experience across Design & Build, Traditional, Fit Out, Demolition and Special Works. The Role As Estimator, you will be responsible for producing accurate and competitive tenders from initial enquiry through to contract award. Key responsibilities will include: Reviewing tender documentation, drawings and specifications. Preparing accurate cost estimates and tender submissions. Producing detailed take-offs and cost breakdowns. Obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations. Identifying commercial risks and opportunities. Working closely with the pre-construction and delivery teams. Assisting with value engineering and alternative solutions. Attending tender meetings and client presentations where required. Building strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers and clients. Supporting the successful handover of secured projects. About You The successful candidate will have: Previous experience working as an Estimator within main contracting. Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials and costs. Experience pricing projects from £20k upwards. Strong attention to detail and commercial awareness. The ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. A proactive approach and the ability to work to deadlines. Experience across refurbishment, fit-out, new build or similar construction projects. Rewards & Benefits Competitive salary and package. Flexible working opportunities. Competitive annual leave entitlement. Pension scheme. Excellent long-term career progression.
08/10/2026
Full time
The Opportunity Our client is an established and highly respected main contractor with over 40 years of experience delivering construction projects across the South East. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of work, they are looking to appoint an experienced Estimator to join their pre-construction team. The business delivers a diverse range of projects across commercial, education, healthcare, residential, heritage, leisure and retail sectors, with experience across Design & Build, Traditional, Fit Out, Demolition and Special Works. The Role As Estimator, you will be responsible for producing accurate and competitive tenders from initial enquiry through to contract award. Key responsibilities will include: Reviewing tender documentation, drawings and specifications. Preparing accurate cost estimates and tender submissions. Producing detailed take-offs and cost breakdowns. Obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations. Identifying commercial risks and opportunities. Working closely with the pre-construction and delivery teams. Assisting with value engineering and alternative solutions. Attending tender meetings and client presentations where required. Building strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers and clients. Supporting the successful handover of secured projects. About You The successful candidate will have: Previous experience working as an Estimator within main contracting. Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials and costs. Experience pricing projects from £20k upwards. Strong attention to detail and commercial awareness. The ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. A proactive approach and the ability to work to deadlines. Experience across refurbishment, fit-out, new build or similar construction projects. Rewards & Benefits Competitive salary and package. Flexible working opportunities. Competitive annual leave entitlement. Pension scheme. Excellent long-term career progression.
Assistant Estimator - Heritage & Conservation £35,000-£45,000 Depending on Experience Vauxhall, London Full-Time The Opportunity Looking to develop your estimating career while working on projects with real character and history? Join an established specialist contractor restoring and conserving historic buildings, churches and scheduled monuments. With more than 35 years in the sector, the business combines traditional craftsmanship with modern construction methods to preserve some of the UK's most significant buildings. Based in the Vauxhall estimating department, you will support experienced estimators across refurbishment, restoration and conservation tenders. This is an opportunity to build your technical knowledge, strengthen your pricing skills and gain practical experience through site visits and client meetings. The Role - What You'll Be Doing You will help prepare accurate, competitive tenders, working from drawings and specifications through to site assessments and supplier quotations. Review tender documents, drawings and specifications to understand project requirements. Break down the scope of works and identify the relevant trade packages. Complete measured take-offs from architectural drawings. Help build rates for in-house trades, including labour, plant and materials. Prepare enquiries for subcontractors and suppliers, then compare quotations and check scope coverage. Attend site visits to assess existing conditions, take measurements and identify factors affecting pricing. Join meetings with clients, surveyors, architects and subcontractors. Assist with preparing Schedules of Works and Bills of Quantities. Support quality submissions and check tenders meet the client's requirements. What We're Looking For This role would suit an Assistant Estimator or a construction professional with relevant technical experience looking to develop within estimating. Around two to five years' construction experience, ideally with exposure to estimating, refurbishment, masonry or conservation. Confidence reading construction drawings and understanding scopes of work. Strong numerical skills, attention to detail and an organised approach. A construction-related degree is preferred; an HNC or HND supported by relevant industry experience will also be considered. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and Project. Experience with Causeway Estimating or Bluebeam would be useful but is not essential. An interest in historic buildings and specialist restoration work. Previous conservation experience is advantageous rather than essential. You must have the right to work in the UK and be able to obtain Counter Terrorist Check (CTC) security clearance. A full, clean UK driving licence and access to a car are preferred but not essential. What's on Offer £35,000-£45,000 salary, depending on experience. A full-time role within an established specialist contractor. The opportunity to develop your estimating skills alongside experienced colleagues. Varied heritage, conservation and refurbishment projects. Practical exposure to site assessments, client meetings and specialist trade pricing. Interested? Apply with your CV or contact Alex Wallace at Reinforced Recruitment on . co . uk or call the number below If you have relevant construction experience and are interested in moving into heritage estimating, get in touch for a confidential chat.
07/10/2026
Full time
Assistant Estimator - Heritage & Conservation £35,000-£45,000 Depending on Experience Vauxhall, London Full-Time The Opportunity Looking to develop your estimating career while working on projects with real character and history? Join an established specialist contractor restoring and conserving historic buildings, churches and scheduled monuments. With more than 35 years in the sector, the business combines traditional craftsmanship with modern construction methods to preserve some of the UK's most significant buildings. Based in the Vauxhall estimating department, you will support experienced estimators across refurbishment, restoration and conservation tenders. This is an opportunity to build your technical knowledge, strengthen your pricing skills and gain practical experience through site visits and client meetings. The Role - What You'll Be Doing You will help prepare accurate, competitive tenders, working from drawings and specifications through to site assessments and supplier quotations. Review tender documents, drawings and specifications to understand project requirements. Break down the scope of works and identify the relevant trade packages. Complete measured take-offs from architectural drawings. Help build rates for in-house trades, including labour, plant and materials. Prepare enquiries for subcontractors and suppliers, then compare quotations and check scope coverage. Attend site visits to assess existing conditions, take measurements and identify factors affecting pricing. Join meetings with clients, surveyors, architects and subcontractors. Assist with preparing Schedules of Works and Bills of Quantities. Support quality submissions and check tenders meet the client's requirements. What We're Looking For This role would suit an Assistant Estimator or a construction professional with relevant technical experience looking to develop within estimating. Around two to five years' construction experience, ideally with exposure to estimating, refurbishment, masonry or conservation. Confidence reading construction drawings and understanding scopes of work. Strong numerical skills, attention to detail and an organised approach. A construction-related degree is preferred; an HNC or HND supported by relevant industry experience will also be considered. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and Project. Experience with Causeway Estimating or Bluebeam would be useful but is not essential. An interest in historic buildings and specialist restoration work. Previous conservation experience is advantageous rather than essential. You must have the right to work in the UK and be able to obtain Counter Terrorist Check (CTC) security clearance. A full, clean UK driving licence and access to a car are preferred but not essential. What's on Offer £35,000-£45,000 salary, depending on experience. A full-time role within an established specialist contractor. The opportunity to develop your estimating skills alongside experienced colleagues. Varied heritage, conservation and refurbishment projects. Practical exposure to site assessments, client meetings and specialist trade pricing. Interested? Apply with your CV or contact Alex Wallace at Reinforced Recruitment on . co . uk or call the number below If you have relevant construction experience and are interested in moving into heritage estimating, get in touch for a confidential chat.
