Estimator

Concept Building Services, part of Axis CLC, is a specialist maintenance, compliance and refurbishment provider operating across complex and highly regulated environments. Established in 2003, Concept supports clients across Defence, Education, Healthcare and Critical National Infrastructure, delivering safe, compliant solutions from minor repairs through to full-scale building works.

The Role

Our work is predominantly refurbishment across multiple sectors, and we typically run a number of projects at any one time. This role would suit someone who is organised, commercially aware, and confident managing several live tenders simultaneously.

You will take ownership of projects from initial enquiry through to final tender submission and handover to the delivery team.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing tender documentation and assessing project scope
• Ensuring all relevant information is available to price projects accurately
• Attending site visits and pre-tender meetings with clients
• Carrying out detailed take-offs
• Producing Bills of Quantities (BQs)
• Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations
• Analysing subcontractor returns to ensure compliance and best value
• Identifying and capturing risks within the pricing
• Clearly setting out clarifications and exclusions
• Preparing comprehensive cost plans and presenting them to management for sign-off
• Managing and tracking multiple refurbishment tenders at the same time
• Working closely with colleagues, clients, contractors, suppliers and the design team throughout the tender process
• Supporting smooth handover of secured projects to the operations team

About You

• Proven experience in estimating within a refurbishment environment
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications and schedules
• Solid knowledge of measurement and take-off processes
• Ability to manage workload across multiple live tenders
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Proficient in estimating software and Excel
• Knowledge of Microsoft project

What We Offer

• £55,000 - £75,000 (DOE)
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Pension Scheme Enrolment
• Onsite parking
• Private Medical Care

Why Axis CLC?

Joining Axis CLC means being part of a national organisation that delivers essential services across housing, education, healthcare, defence and commercial property. You ll be joining a team that values reliability, quality and social impact, offering long-term stability, meaningful work and genuine opportunities to grow and progress in your career.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Many faces, one Axis CLC. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.