Estimator

Location: Bromley
Sector: Building Restoration & External Refurbishment
Industry: Building and Construction
Salary: 50,000 - 70,000 per annum (Dependent on Experience)

Our client is a well-established building restoration and refurbishment contractor based in Kent, with over 24 years of industry success delivering high-quality projects across London and the South East.

Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of work, they are looking to recruit an experienced Estimator to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially aware construction professional with a strong background in external refurbishment and restoration projects.

The Estimator will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive tenders for a variety of building restoration and external refurbishment projects ranging in value from 300,000 to 500,000, with projects occasionally exceeding 1.4 million.

Working closely with senior management, clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, you will lead the estimating function and ensure all submissions are delivered to the highest professional standards.

• Preparation and submission of detailed and accurate project estimates
• Assessment, coordination and management of tender bid activities
• Preparation, adjudication and submission of competitive tenders
• Conducting take-offs and analysing project documentation
• Obtaining and evaluating subcontractor and supplier quotations
• Reviewing specifications, drawings and contract requirements
• Preparing pricing schedules and tender documentation
• Following up submitted tenders and supporting negotiations where required

• Managing pre-contract and bid activities from enquiry through to submission
• Identifying project risks and opportunities during the tender process
• Supporting project handovers to the operational team upon contract award
• Maintaining and developing relationships with clients, subcontractors and suppliers
• Assisting with business development opportunities and repeat client work

• Liaising with subcontractors, suppliers and internal teams throughout the estimating process
• Clearly communicating work requirements and project scopes to subcontractors
• Attending tender review meetings and pre-contract discussions
• Providing accurate reporting and updates to senior management
• Maintaining organised estimating records and documentation

• Minimum 10 years' estimating experience within the construction industry
• Proven track record working for a Main Contractor
• Strong experience within building restoration, external refurbishment or fa ade-related projects
• Excellent understanding of construction methods, materials and pricing
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and tender documentation
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Full UK Driving Licence

• Knowledge of heritage, restoration or specialist external refurbishment works
• Relevant construction or commercial qualifications
• Established network of subcontractor and supplier contacts

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected and long-established contractor with over 24 years of successful project delivery across London and the South East.