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Estimator Location: Bolton, BL7 Salary: £40,000 £50,000 per annum, dependent on experience Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30am 5:30pm Friday, 8:30am 4:30pm Contract: Full-time, Permanent Right to Work: Full UK right to work required An Exciting Opportunity to Join a Growing Commercial Team We are delighted to be supporting a successful and forward-thinking organisation with the appointment of an experienced Estimator to join their expanding estimating team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded professional with experience in construction, civil engineering, manufacturing or a related technical environment to take on a varied and rewarding role working across a diverse range of commercial projects. As an Estimator, you will play a key role in preparing accurate and commercially competitive cost estimates, reviewing project requirements, supporting commercial decision-making and working closely with suppliers, customers and internal teams to help ensure projects are delivered successfully, efficiently and profitably. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, has a strong eye for detail and wants to develop their career within a growing business offering excellent long-term progression opportunities. Key Responsibilities Review and assess project enquiries, drawings and specifications to determine scope, requirements and commercial considerations. Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates and quotations using company estimating systems. Interpret technical drawings, schedules and specifications to ensure accurate project pricing. Liaise with suppliers and manufacturers to obtain competitive quotations, product information and lead times. Evaluate supplier pricing and identify opportunities for cost savings and commercial efficiencies. Carry out Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) to monitor project financial performance and profitability. Support Main Contract Reviews, including programme requirements, delivery schedules and commercial obligations. Monitor project profitability through regular monthly commercial reviews. Assist with procurement activities and supplier negotiations where required. Work collaboratively with Sales Estimating, Design, Operations and Logistics teams to support successful project delivery. Triage incoming enquiries, identifying potential opportunities and allocating suitable enquiries to the Sales Estimating team. Maintain accurate estimating records and project information across CRM and business management systems. Support effective project handovers to operational teams, ensuring all commercial and estimating information is complete and accurate. Ensure all work is completed in line with company procedures, quality standards and ISO requirements. About You You will be a highly organised and commercially aware professional with excellent attention to detail and strong analytical and numerical skills. You will ideally have experience working within an estimating, commercial or project-based environment and be comfortable interpreting technical drawings, specifications and project information. We are looking for someone who is: Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail. Commercially minded with strong analytical and numerical abilities. Confident interpreting technical drawings, schedules and specifications. Comfortable managing multiple projects, priorities and deadlines. A confident communicator with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proactive, self-motivated and capable of working independently. A collaborative team player who enjoys working cross-functionally. Competent using Microsoft Office and estimating or business management software. Committed to delivering consistently high standards of accuracy, quality and customer service. Desirable Experience The following experience would be advantageous: Previous estimating experience within construction, civil engineering or manufacturing. Experience within construction materials, hard landscaping or a related sector. Experience preparing commercial cost estimates and quotations. CAD experience. Experience reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications. Experience carrying out Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR). Knowledge of contract administration and commercial project management. Experience working with international supply chains and overseas manufacturers. What s on Offer? Competitive salary of £40,000 £50,000, dependent on experience. Monday to Thursday, 8:30am 5:30pm. Early finish on Fridays at 4:30pm. 21 days holiday plus bank holidays. Bonus scheme based on company profitability. Company pension scheme. Hybrid working flexibility. Health and wellbeing programme. Company social events. Free on-site parking. Excellent opportunities for career development and future progression. If you are an experienced Estimator looking for a new challenge where you can make a real commercial impact and build a long-term career within a growing organisation, we would love to hear from you.

MB827: Roofing Estimator Location: Wimbledon with regular local travelling Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 + Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday Benefits: Generous holiday allowance, Matched contribution pension scheme, Excellent career development opportunities. Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Roofing Estimator on behalf of one of our fantastic clients who require someone to be located near their Head Office in Wimbledon. Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration. Duties and Responsibilities: Visiting and surveying all prospective sites, taking photographs, preparing a plan of the roof and taking accurate measurements. Take account of all technical and logistical issues and requirements. Speaking to clients where appropriate and accurately recording their specific requirements. Taking core samples or removing slates and tiles to establish the roof build up and structure of the roof and taking photographic records. Seeking out opportunities and looking for opportunities to improve your conversion rate and the profitability of the company. Taking off quantities from your records and preparing costs. Discussing the projects you are working on with your manager and other colleagues to maximise collective experience and knowledge and agree the best way to proceed with the proposal and by so doing improve your conversion rates and the opportunity to increase profits. Preparing proposals by writing reports and specifications based on your findings and supported with photographic evidence. Finalising and submitting completed tenders and proposals on time. From time to time, preparing reports and budget prices and giving advice to Clients on how to overcome problems they may have on their building/s. Taking every opportunity to develop closer and better relationships with clients and potential clients. Pricing additional works and variations on live contracts. Carrying out your work to a high standard, taking care in preparing tenders to ensure that profit margins and prices are achieved in line with the company s objectives. Managing your workload to ensure that deadlines and tender/quotation return deadlines are achieved and ensuring that priority is given to the best enquiries. Keeping clear and accurate records at all stages of the pricing process, saving files as and where appropriate and in accordance with the company s procedures. Updating the company s database with details of any interaction you have with clients or potential clients so that there is an accurate and up to date record for use by other staff. Ensuring that all quotations and tenders are followed up in a timely and appropriate manner and records of the outcome of all such activity is kept and this intelligence is discussed and passed on to the Partner responsible for sales and marketing to aid in top level decision making. Ensuring that all customer communications are of the highest and most professional standard, are clear and easy to ready, satisfy the needs of the client, sell the benefits of employing for the business, are consistent in portraying and relating the company s vision, sales message, values and corporate identity. When you receive an order, arrange a project launch meeting and prepare the file and documents and brief the contracts department on how the project has been priced and the opportunities you have seen. Make yourself available throughout the project to answer queries from the contracts team. Always acting in the best interest of the business Skills and Qualifications: Robust experience in pitched and flat roof refurbishment/replacement. Experience and contacts within the industry. Presentable appearance with strong verbal and written interpersonal and communication skills. A proven record of accomplishment in an Estimating role. An understanding of the legal and commercial elements of construction. Ability to work within a team, as well as independently. To maintain a professional manner when on-site or in an office environment. Ambitious, target driven, commercial and seeking a long-term role. MB827: Roofing Estimator Location: Wimbledon with regular local travelling Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 + Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday Benefits: Generous holiday allowance, Matched contribution pension scheme, Excellent career development opportunities.

Electrical Estimator Location: Bank, London (Hybrid Working) Salary: 40,000 - 45,000 per annum Working Pattern: 4 days in the office, 1 day working from home About the Role We are seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to join our established team based in Bank, London. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded professional with a background in electrical estimating and commercial fit-out projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive electrical tenders ranging from 10,000 to 3 million, supporting the continued growth of the business. Key Responsibilities Producing detailed and accurate electrical estimates and tender submissions Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation Conducting take-offs and cost analysis Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain quotations Identifying value engineering opportunities Supporting commercial and pre-construction teams throughout the tender process Managing multiple tenders simultaneously while meeting deadlines About You Previous experience as an Electrical Estimator Commercial fit-out experience is essential Proven experience pricing electrical projects from 10k to 3m Strong understanding of electrical installations and building services Excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail Strong communication and organisational skills Desirable Previous hands-on experience as an Electrician Relevant industry qualifications What's on Offer? Competitive salary of 40,000 - 45,000 Hybrid working arrangement Opportunity to work on a diverse range of commercial fit-out projects Supportive and professional working environment Long-term career progression opportunities

Estimator - Repairs & FRA Works Location: Oxford, Rainham or Norwich Salary: 50,000 - 60,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits Are you an experienced Estimator with a background in repairs, planned maintenance, refurbishment or Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) projects ? Have you worked with Local Authorities, Housing Associations or public sector clients ? We're looking for a commercially minded Estimator to join a growing team, playing a key role in pricing remedial repairs, FRA works and property improvement projects across public sector property portfolios. The Role Prepare accurate estimates for repairs, planned maintenance, refurbishment and FRA remedial works . Review drawings, specifications and schedules to develop detailed cost estimates. Produce take-offs, pricing documents and tender submissions. Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations. Identify commercial risks and value engineering opportunities. Work closely with commercial and operational teams to ensure successful project handovers. About You Previous estimating experience within repairs, maintenance, refurbishment or FRA projects . Experience pricing works for Local Authorities, Housing Associations or public sector clients is highly desirable. Strong understanding of construction methods, specifications and cost planning. Excellent commercial awareness with strong analytical and numerical skills. Proficient in Excel and estimating software. What's on Offer? 50,000 - 60,000 DOE 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays. Pension scheme. Ongoing professional development. Employee Assistance Programme. Retail and travel discounts. Clear opportunities for career progression. If you have experience estimating repairs, planned maintenance and FRA projects and enjoy working on public sector property programmes, we'd love to hear from you.

Trainee Estimator Main Contractor Stirling Looking to start your career in estimating with a reputable main contractor? I'm working exclusively with a well-established contractor in Stirling who is looking to appoint a Trainee Estimator to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a construction-related qualification or industry experience who is keen to develop a long-term career in estimating. You'll receive ongoing training, support from experienced professionals, and the chance to work on a variety of construction projects. What's on offer: Competitive salary and benefits Structured training and development Clear career progression Supportive and collaborative team environment

Our client is a market leading Scaffolding contractor based in the Midlands, servicing all industry sectors. Due to a high demand for their services, they have a need for an Estimator to ensure that they can get more Estimates out of the door. Our client has been around for many years and have a great reputation within the scaffolding industry for their honest work and high integrity. This would be a great opportunity for a seasoned Estimator to join a reputable business. About the role Overseeing the submission of competitive tenders and the subsequent procurement of work for the business. Attending pre and post tender meetings as required. Dealing with tenders at a fast pace Managing the pre-construction process Reporting to the Director Developing and maintaining business relationships About the candidate Previous estimating experience is essential Working well in a team Good relationship builder and account manager You will have good time management skills Point of appeal Established and reputable contractor Competitive salary and benefits Strong pipeline of work Career progression

Conrad Consulting are looking for an experienced Mechanical Estimator to join a well-established and growing building services contractor. We're looking for someone with a strong background in mechanical estimating who can confidently manage tenders from initial enquiry through to submission and play a key role in the continued success of the business. Based in the Central Belt of Scotland, the office offers an excellent location with convenient access from both Edinburgh and Glasgow, making it an ideal base for candidates across the region. The Role of the Mechanical Estimator: As a Senior Mechanical Estimator, you will take ownership of mechanical estimating activities across a diverse portfolio of commercial, industrial, healthcare, education, residential, and public sector projects. You'll work closely with clients, consultants, suppliers, and the wider project team to produce accurate, competitive, and commercially sound tenders. Key Responsibilities of the Mechanical Estimator: Prepare detailed and accurate mechanical estimates and tender submissions. Review drawings, specifications, and tender documentation. Complete take-offs and develop comprehensive cost plans. Source and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations. Identify value engineering opportunities and alternative solutions. Attend site visits, client meetings, and tender interviews where required. Support business development by building and maintaining strong client relationships. Assist in mentoring junior estimating staff where appropriate. Ensure successful handover of secured projects to the delivery team. Requirements of the Mechanical Estimator: Proven experience as a Mechanical Estimator within the M&E or Building Services sector. Strong technical knowledge of mechanical building services installations. Ability to manage multiple tenders and work to tight deadlines. Excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail. Experience interpreting technical drawings and specifications. Strong communication and negotiation skills. Estimating software experience is advantageous. A proactive, organised, and solutions-focused approach. What's on Offer for the Mechanical Estimator: £55,000 £75,000 salary, with flexibility for the right candidate. Comprehensive benefits package. Genuine opportunities for career progression within a growing business. A supportive, collaborative, and professional working environment. Exposure to a wide range of high-value and technically challenging projects. Convenient Central Belt office location with easy commuting from both Edinburgh and Glasgow. If this position sounds of interest please click apply, or reach out directly to our Construction/M&E consultant Daniel who will be able to give further details about this role and other relevant positions

Conrad Consulting are looking for a Mechanical Estimator with 1 2 years' experience to join a well-established and growing building services contractor. This role is ideal for someone looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment. The Role of the Mechanical Estimator: As a Mechanical Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for a range of mechanical building services projects. Working closely with senior estimators, project managers, suppliers, and clients, you'll play a key role in securing new business and supporting successful project delivery. Key Responsibilities of the Mechanical Estimator: Prepare detailed mechanical estimates and tender submissions. Review drawings, specifications, and tender documentation. Obtain and assess quotations from suppliers and subcontractors. Produce accurate take-offs and cost plans. Assist with value engineering and alternative proposals. Liaise with internal teams to ensure smooth project handovers. Maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors. Requirements of the Mechanical Estimator: 1 2 years' experience in a Mechanical Estimator role within the building services or M&E sector. Good understanding of mechanical building services installations. Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications. Strong numerical, analytical, and organisational skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with estimating software is advantageous. Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop. What's on Offer for the Mechanical Estimator: £50,000 £55,000 salary (depending on experience). Comprehensive benefits package. Ongoing training and career development. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of projects. Long-term career progression within a growing business. If this position sounds of interest please click apply, or reach out directly to our Construction/M&E consultant Daniel who will be able to give further details about this role and other relevant positions

Estimator Antrim, office-based 45,000 - 65,000 + Bonus + Progression + Supportive Environment + Training & Development + Travel + Medical + Other Benefits This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator from a construction background looking to join a well-established fit-out contractor, where you'll work on a diverse range of high-quality commercial projects while benefiting from excellent training, long-term progression, and a supportive team environment. Are you an Estimator with experience in the construction industry looking to develop your career within a fast-paced fit-out business delivering projects across the UK and Ireland? This independent contractor operates across the UK and Ireland and is renowned for the prompt, high-quality delivery of fit-out projects, including restaurants, retail, offices, and other commercial spaces. With a strong understanding of the challenges faced by their clients, the business brings the expertise required to deliver projects on time and to an exceptional standard consistently. The company fosters an inclusive, sociable, and forward-thinking culture, creating an environment where people feel a genuine sense of belonging and are supported with excellent opportunities for career development and progression. The ideal candidate will have experience as an Estimator within the construction industry. Previous fit-out experience is advantageous but not essential. Candidates from sectors such as main contracting, M&E, joinery, interiors, or general construction who are looking to develop within fit-out are encouraged to apply. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking contractor renowned for delivering an exceptional client experience, offering excellent opportunities for professional development and long-term career progression. The Role: Preparing accurate cost estimates and tender submissions for commercial fit-out projects Reviewing drawings, specifications, and tender documentation Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations Working closely with the commercial and operations teams to secure and deliver projects Based in Antrim, with occasional travel to sites as required The Person: Estimator with experience in the construction industry Experience within fit-out, main contracting, M&E, joinery, interiors, or similar Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail Full UK Driving Licence Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed) To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Cameron Day at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Are you an experienced Estimator looking for a fresh new start or an exciting change with career progression? Fawkes and Reece are proud to be working with a regional main contractor based in Sheffield recruiting for an experienced Estimator to join their dynamic construction team. You will be working on projects that would be typically ranging from 500k - 10m in value. You will be responsible to tenders from enquiry to handover within their commercial team working on both D&B and traditional forms of contract. Duties Include But Are Not limited Too; Attend tender presentations for new projects, contribute, lead commercially and present. Prioritisation of all tenders Prepare cost budgets and cost estimates for contracts. Ensure that all estimating processes and procedures are followed to deliver a submission following tender settlement. Work with surveyors in preparation of quantified schedule of rates and bill of quantities. Prepare tender summaries and attend start-up pre-price and price meetings. Assist in preparation for settlement meeting enquiries whether risk register, prelims and labour rates have been done. Benefits: Excellent Pension Scheme Free on-site parking Monday - Friday Hybrid working Generous Holidays Career Progression If this position sounds of interest, or you would like more information, please contact Alex Cocker on (phone number removed) or email through your CV to (url removed).

Senior Mechanical Estimator Colchester £50,000 - £65,000 + £6,000 Car Allowance + Benefits Permanent ARC is delighted to be partnering with a long-established and highly respected Building Services contractor to recruit a Senior Mechanical Estimator for their Colchester office. With an enviable reputation for delivering high-quality Mechanical & Electrical projects across both the public and private sectors, our client continues to experience sustained growth and has an exciting opportunity for an experienced estimator to join their expanding pre-construction team. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in securing major projects while joining a financially strong business that offers genuine long-term career progression. The Role As Senior Mechanical Estimator, you will lead the mechanical estimating process on a wide variety of Building Services projects, producing accurate, commercially competitive tenders from initial enquiry through to contract award. Working closely with senior management, design teams, suppliers and subcontractors, you will take ownership of multiple tenders simultaneously, ensuring all submissions are technically compliant, commercially robust and delivered within strict deadlines. You will also provide technical guidance throughout the tender process and play an important role in supporting the continued success of the pre-construction department. Key Responsibilities Lead the preparation of detailed mechanical estimates for a range of Building Services projects. Analyse tender documentation, specifications and drawings to develop accurate cost plans. Produce detailed take-offs and evaluate project requirements. Source, negotiate and assess supplier and subcontractor quotations. Prepare comprehensive cost comparison schedules and tender analysis. Raise and manage technical queries and Requests for Information (RFIs). Contribute to design development where required to ensure fully compliant tender submissions. Identify value engineering opportunities and alternative design solutions. Present tender submissions and commercial recommendations to senior leadership during adjudication meetings. Support the successful handover of awarded projects to operational delivery teams. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers and subcontractors. About You We're looking for an experienced Mechanical Estimator who is confident managing complex tenders and enjoys working within a collaborative and professional environment. You'll ideally have: 5+ years' experience within a Mechanical Estimator role in the Building Services or M&E sector. A strong understanding of mechanical building services systems and construction methodologies. Proven experience preparing competitive tenders across a variety of commercial and public sector projects. Excellent commercial awareness with the ability to identify risk and opportunity. Strong analytical and numerical skills with exceptional attention to detail. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. A proactive, organised approach with the ability to prioritise multiple tender submissions. Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel. Full UK Driving Licence. What's On Offer £50,000 - £65,000 basic salary £6,000 car allowance Private healthcare Company pension 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Permanent, full-time position Opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of high-value M&E projects Genuine career progression within a successful and growing Building Services contractor Supportive and collaborative working environment with an experienced senior leadership team Apply Now If you're an experienced Mechanical Estimator looking for your next challenge with a respected Building Services contractor, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact the ARC team for a confidential discussion and further information.

Mechanical Estimator Cambridge £40,000 - £50,000 + £5,500 Car Allowance + Benefits Permanent ARC is proud to be working in partnership with a well-established and highly regarded Building Services contractor to recruit an Intermediate Mechanical Estimator for their expanding Cambridge office. This is an excellent opportunity to join a financially secure business with decades of experience delivering high-quality Mechanical & Electrical projects across the commercial and public sectors. With a strong pipeline of secured work and continued investment in their pre-construction team, they are looking for an ambitious Mechanical Estimator who is keen to develop their career within a supportive and collaborative environment. The Role As a Mechanical Estimator, you will play a key role within the pre-construction team, producing accurate and competitive tenders for a wide range of Mechanical Building Services projects. Working alongside experienced estimators and senior management, you'll be involved throughout the tender process, from analysing drawings and specifications through to supplier engagement, pricing and tender submissions. This role offers genuine career progression, making it ideal for an estimator with a couple of years' experience looking to take the next step. Key Responsibilities Review and interpret tender documentation, drawings and specifications. Complete mechanical take-offs and prepare accurate cost estimates. Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors. Prepare detailed cost comparison schedules to support tender adjudications. Raise technical queries and Requests for Information (RFIs) throughout the tender period. Assist with design development where required to ensure compliant tender submissions. Produce value engineering options and alternative cost proposals. Present tender information to senior management during adjudication meetings. Support the smooth handover of successful tenders to project delivery teams. Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers, subcontractors and clients. About You We are looking for someone with a solid foundation in Mechanical Estimating who is looking to develop their career with an established contractor. Ideally, you'll have: At least 2 years' experience within a Mechanical Estimator role. A good understanding of Mechanical Building Services. Experience pricing projects within the M&E or Building Services sector. Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail. Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. The ability to manage multiple tender deadlines. A proactive and organised approach to your work. Strong team-working skills alongside the ability to work independently. Full UK Driving Licence. What's On Offer £40,000 - £50,000 basic salary £5,500 car allowance Private healthcare Company pension 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Permanent, full-time position Excellent mentoring and career development opportunities Join a respected Building Services contractor with an outstanding reputation and long-term project pipeline Apply Now If you're a Mechanical Estimator looking to join a successful and growing Building Services contractor where you'll receive genuine support to progress your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact the ARC team for a confidential discussion and further information.

Our client is a leading M&E contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality building services projects across the commercial, industrial, healthcare, education and public sectors. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to join their team and support the successful delivery of a varied portfolio of M&E projects. The Role As an Electrical Estimator, you will be responsible for producing accurate and competitive cost estimates for electrical building services projects. Working closely with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and internal delivery teams, you will play a key role in securing new business opportunities and ensuring projects are commercially viable from the outset. The successful candidate will have experience within the M&E sector and be comfortable interpreting technical specifications, undertaking take-offs and preparing detailed tender submissions for projects ranging from small works through to large-scale contracts. Typical Projects The successful candidate will be involved in pricing and tendering a wide range of mechanical and electrical building services projects, including: Commercial developments Industrial and manufacturing facilities Healthcare projects Educational facilities including schools, colleges and universities Retail and leisure developments Warehousing and distribution centres Local authority and public sector developments Refurbishment, fit-out and new-build projects Key Responsibilities Prepare accurate and detailed electrical cost estimates and tender submissions for M&E building services projects. Review tender documentation, specifications, drawings and employer's requirements to establish project scope and pricing strategy. Undertake detailed take-offs and measurements from drawings and schedules. Obtain and assess quotations from suppliers and specialist subcontractors. Attend site surveys, pre-tender meetings and client visits where required. Evaluate project risks, opportunities and value engineering options during the tender stage. Liaise closely with clients, consultants, project managers and internal departments throughout the bid process. Ensure all estimates are commercially competitive whilst maintaining profitability. Assist with the preparation of budgets, cost plans and variation quotations. Support the project delivery team through the handover process on successful tenders. Maintain accurate estimating records and provide reporting information as required. Monitor market trends, material pricing and supply chain performance to ensure competitive tendering. Skills & Experience Essential Previous experience as an Electrical Estimator within an M&E contractor or building services environment. Strong understanding of electrical building services installations, including power, lighting, containment, fire alarms, data and associated systems. Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and tender documentation. Experience preparing estimates for commercial, industrial or public-sector construction projects. Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills. Excellent numerical accuracy and attention to detail. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications. Ability to manage multiple tender submissions and work to strict deadlines. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Desirable HNC/HND or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline. Experience using estimating software packages. Knowledge of current building services regulations, standards and industry best practices. Experience working alongside mechanical estimating teams on combined M&E tenders. Benefits Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to work on prestigious M&E projects. Long-term career progression within a growing contractor. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Ongoing training and professional development opportunities. This is an excellent opportunity for an Electrical Estimator to join a well-established M&E contractor and play a key role in the successful delivery of complex building services projects across the region. The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future. We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer. You can ensure you stay safe when job searching online by visiting the JobsAware website.

Murphy is recruiting for a Senior Planner to work within the Energy sector on the EGL1 Project in Durham Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. A day in the life of a Murphy Senior Planner: Assimilate information and summarise it in a manner that can be used to communicate the work scope to others. Prepare a resourced programme, including reviewing the outcome for conformance with expectations and requirements. Contribute to the risk register and undertake programme risk analysis. Prepare visual material in support of planned methods. Manage personally controlled project documentation in an orderly fashion. Define methods and establish outputs, in consultation with the estimator and other team members, including the supply chain in appropriate circumstances. Liaise with the design engineer to establish a design brief for temporary works. Provide the estimator with a justified schedule of temporary works and other indirect cost items. Attend the bid review meeting to contribute a clear view of the work scope and the intentions for delivering it by reference to prepared material. Attending the handover meeting to contribute a clear view of the work scope and the intentions for delivering it by reference to prepared material and clear further defined tasks. In consultation with Estimator advise project team of required feedback reports and support. Still interested, does this sound like you? Experience on Major Civil Engineering and/or Construction projects. Experience working on HV Power, Transmission & Distribution Projects Use of planning software (P6, Asta, TILOS, QSRA). Active experience of working with a wide range of planning techniques in serving both tendering and contract delivery. A clear understanding of the commercial and contractual interfaces with the planning function.

Construction Estimator Milton Keynes 3 days per week - Pro Rata 100k Our client is a well-established and highly respected construction business with a strong track record of delivering quality projects across multiple sectors. As part of their continued growth strategy, they are launching a new division and are seeking an experienced Construction Estimator to play a key role in its development and success. This is a unique opportunity to join at an early stage and make a genuine impact, helping to shape the commercial processes, support business growth, and contribute to the division's future direction while benefiting from the stability, reputation, and resources of an established organisation. Looking for flexibility without compromising on interesting projects? This role is offered on a part-time basis (3 days per week) and would suit an experienced estimator looking for greater flexibility in their working life. Whether you're seeking a better work-life balance, looking to fit work around family or personal commitments, considering a gradual move towards retirement, or running your own consultancy or business alongside employment, this opportunity offers the flexibility to do so while remaining involved in challenging and rewarding construction projects. The business is flexible on how the three working days are structured and is keen to attract the right individual with the experience and commercial expertise to support the division's growth. The Role As the Construction Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates and tender submissions for a variety of construction projects. Working closely with senior leadership, clients, suppliers, and subcontractors, you will play a vital role in securing new work and ensuring projects are commercially viable from the outset. Continuity is essential as they look to grow their portfolio of business as well as a follow a clear commercial plan. Given the nature of the role and the growth plans for the division, you will have the opportunity to become a trusted advisor within the business and contribute to the strategic development of the estimating function. Key Responsibilities Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates and tender submissions. Review drawings, specifications, and tender documentation. Carry out material take-offs and quantity calculations. Source and evaluate quotations from subcontractors and suppliers. Identify project risks and value engineering opportunities. Liaise with clients, consultants, suppliers, and internal teams throughout the tender process. Support negotiations and project handovers to operational teams. Develop and maintain strong supply chain relationships. Monitor labour, material, and market costs to ensure competitive pricing. Contribute to the development of estimating processes within the new division. About You Proven experience as a Construction Estimator. Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and procurement processes. Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications. Excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail. Strong analytical, numerical, and organisational skills. Experience producing competitive and accurate tender submissions. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Self-motivated and capable of managing your own workload. Desirable HNC/HND or Degree in Construction, Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline. Experience working for a main contractor, specialist contractor, or fit-out business. Membership of a relevant professional body such as CIOB or RICS. We would love to hear from you if you are looking for the next step in your career with part time being your focus.

We are working with a leading environmental contractor with an excellent reputation for delivering protects across ecological, environmental, and civil engineering sectors. Due to health pipeline of future works and continuous new business opportunities, our client requires a Senior Estimator. You'll work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, and Technical Specialists to prepare accurate cost estimates and competitive tenders for projects ranging from habitat creation, water infrastructure, river restoration to natural flood management and biodiversity enhancement. This is an excellent opportunity to leading contractor, playing a key role in environment management, that offers future career development, an excellent salary & hybrid working. Key Responsibilities Prepare accurate cost estimates for environmental and civil engineering projects. Review drawings, specifications and project requirements to develop competitive tenders. Compile bid documents and written proposals. Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations. Attend site visits to support project understanding and pricing. Collaborate with technical teams to develop high-quality submissions. Support bid administration and ensure tender deadlines are met. Essential Full UK driving licence. Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline. Strong numerical and analytical skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines. Positive, proactive and adaptable approach. Desirable Experience within the civil engineering or construction sector. Familiarity with estimating or project management software, such as BidWork or Microsoft Project. This role offers the opportunity to develop your estimating career while contributing to projects that deliver lasting environmental benefits.

An established and growing construction contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Bid Writer to join its pre-construction team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a successful SME that has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects across the commercial, education, healthcare, industrial and public sectors. The business has an excellent pipeline of work through repeat clients, negotiated opportunities and public sector frameworks. Due to continued growth, they are looking for a Bid Writer who can play a key role in producing compelling, high-quality submissions that help secure future projects. The Role Working closely with the Pre-Construction Manager, Estimators and Directors, you'll be responsible for managing the written content of PQQs, SQs, ITTs and framework submissions from start to finish. Key responsibilities include: Writing, reviewing and editing high-quality bid responses. Producing compelling responses tailored to individual client requirements. Coordinating information from operational, commercial and technical teams. Managing bid programmes and ensuring submissions are completed to tight deadlines. Maintaining and developing a library of quality bid content. Supporting framework submissions and public sector tenders. Liaising with designers, supply chain partners and external stakeholders where required. Proofreading submissions to ensure consistency, accuracy and compliance. Contributing ideas to improve bid quality, win themes and presentation. About You We're looking for someone who enjoys producing high-quality written submissions and can work collaboratively across the business. You'll ideally have: Previous experience as a Bid Writer within the construction industry. Experience producing successful PQQ, SQ, ITT and framework submissions. Excellent written communication and proofreading skills. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines. The confidence to engage with operational teams and extract technical information. A proactive approach and excellent attention to detail. Strong Microsoft Office skills. Experience within a main contractor environment would be highly advantageous. What's on Offer Competitive salary and package. Hybrid and flexible working. Clear opportunities for career progression within a growing business. A supportive and collaborative working environment. The chance to play a key role in winning work for an ambitious contractor with an excellent reputation. If you're an experienced Bid Writer looking to join a business where your contribution will have a genuine impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Title: M&E Estimator - Data Centres (x2 Positions) Location: Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire Salary: 70,000 - 100,000 per annum (Dependent on Experience) Position Type: Full-time, Permanent Start Date: Immediate About the Role Are you an experienced M&E Estimator with a proven track record in the Data Centre or critical infrastructure sector? Due to significant growth and a strong pipeline of high-tech projects, we are currently expanding our team in Gerrards Cross and seeking two ambitious M&E Estimators to join us on a permanent basis. In this role, you will play a crucial part in delivering accurate, competitive, and highly technical bids for major data centre developments across the UK and Europe. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have the technical know-how required for high-reliability build environments, we want to hear from you. Key Snapshot Role Details Specification Positions Available 2 Openings Location Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire Salary Range 70,000 - 100,000 Employment Permanent Start Date Immediate Key Responsibilities Prepare accurate Mechanical & Electrical estimates, tender submissions, and cost plans for mission-critical Data Centre projects. Analyze tender documents, specifications, electrical/mechanical drawings, and schedules of rates. Perform detailed material and labor take-offs. Issue supply chain inquiries, liaise with sub-contractors/vendors, and evaluate quotations for competitiveness and compliance. Work closely with pre-construction, commercial, and engineering teams to identify cost-saving initiatives and value engineering opportunities. Present financial breakdowns and tenders to senior leadership and key project stakeholders. What We're Looking For Experience: Proven experience as an M&E Estimator (or M or E specialist) within a main contractor or major M&E sub-contractor. Sector Knowledge: Essential experience in Data Centres or high-tech critical environments (e.g., pharmaceutical, cleanrooms, major power infrastructure). Technical Skills: Strong understanding of complex electrical/mechanical systems, power distribution, HVAC, cooling systems, and resilience designs. Software: Proficient with estimating software packages (e.g., Trimble/Ensign, Cypher, ConEst) and advanced MS Excel. Commute: Based within a realistic commuting distance of Gerrards Cross . What's on Offer? Competitive Salary: 70,000 - 100,000 (commensurate with experience). Comprehensive benefits package Career advancement opportunities within a rapidly expanding sector. Immediate start date with a secured pipeline of high-value projects. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Senior Estimator Up to 85,000 + Excellent Package + Hybrid Working Coventry / West Midlands Established Regional Main Contractor Projects up to 40m Are you an experienced Senior Estimator looking to join one of the Midlands' most respected construction contractors? Due to continued growth and a strong secured workload, this long-established regional contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Estimator to strengthen its successful Pre-Construction team. Offering a competitive salary of up to 85,000 , an excellent benefits package and hybrid working , this is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that genuinely values work-life balance, career development and long-term progression. The Company Our client is an established regional contractor with an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality construction projects across the Midlands. With decades of success behind them, they have built long-term relationships with both public and private sector clients and continue to enjoy sustained growth through repeat business and negotiated work. Their projects typically range from 5 million to 40 million across a variety of sectors including: Education Healthcare Commercial Residential Extra Care Industrial Leisure The Role Working within an experienced Pre-Construction team, you will take responsibility for managing tenders from initial enquiry through to successful project handover. Your responsibilities will include: Preparing accurate cost estimates and tender submissions. Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation. Producing detailed analytical estimates and cost plans. Obtaining and evaluating subcontractor and supplier quotations. Preparing bills of quantities and pricing preliminaries. Identifying project risks and opportunities throughout the tender process. Carrying out value engineering exercises to maximise value for clients. Attending tender adjudication meetings and presenting estimates to senior management. Liaising with the commercial, design and operational teams to ensure buildability and programme considerations are incorporated. Supporting post-tender negotiations with clients and consultants. Providing a thorough handover to the construction team following successful project awards. About You We're looking for someone who has: Proven experience as an Estimator or Senior Estimator with a main contractor. Experience pricing new build and refurbishment projects. Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills. Excellent knowledge of subcontractor procurement and supply chain management. The ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. A collaborative approach with strong attention to detail. Experience using estimating software alongside Microsoft Office. What's on Offer? Salary up to 85,000 Hybrid working Car allowance Company pension Generous holiday allowance Flexible benefits package Ongoing training and professional development Genuine career progression opportunities Stable pipeline of secured projects Supportive and collaborative team environment If you're an experienced Senior Estimator looking to join a highly respected regional contractor that offers an excellent culture, hybrid working and genuine long-term career prospects, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion.