Estimator

  • Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD
  • Sandwich, Kent
  • 04/02/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

Job Profile for Estimator - DM 45682


Location: Sandwich, Kent (with flexibility to be based from Kings Hill - once a week travel to Sandwich required)
Salary: 32,000 - 38,000 DOE
Hours: 40 hours per week Monday-Friday (flexible start/finish)
Working Pattern: Office-based

Due to a healthy pipeline of work, our client, a well-established construction specialist with an annual turnover of circa 20m. Looking to appoint an enthusiastic and driven Estimator to join their growing commercial team.

This role would suit an Estimator with 2-5 years' experience who enjoys working closely with project and contracts teams, contributing to accurate tender submissions and smooth handovers into delivery. While timber frame experience would be advantageous, it is not essential for the right candidate with a solid construction estimating background.

Estimator - Role Overview

  • Review incoming enquiries and assess project requirements
    Produce detailed take-offs and accurate cost estimates
    Prepare estimates ready for submission, ensuring accuracy and consistency
    Support tender submissions and pricing strategies
    Liaise closely with project teams and contracts managers to ensure seamless sales-to-delivery handovers
    Maintain strong communication across internal teams
    Identify inefficiencies and contribute to continuous improvement within estimating processes

Estimator - Requirements

  • 2-5 years' experience in a construction estimating role
    Proven knowledge of construction estimating (timber frame experience beneficial but not essential)
    Strong Excel skills, with confidence using formulas and calculations
    Experience using MS Project and/or other project management tools
    Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
    Confident communicator with good negotiation skills
    Ability to work collaboratively within a fast-paced team environment

Salary & Benefits

  • Salary: 32,000 - 38,000 DOE
    Flexible working hours - choose between:
    - 7:30am-4:30pm
    - 8:30am-5:30pm
    24 days holiday + Bank Holidays
    Birthday leave
    Pension scheme
    Hybrid working available
    Long-term opportunity within a growing and stable business

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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