Estimator

Estimator

Location: Warrington (Office-Based)

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 + Bonus + Benefits

Sector: Industrial Construction & Office Fit-Out

Full-Time Permanent

About the Company

Our client is an established design and build contractor delivering high-quality industrial and commercial fit-out projects across the North West. Working on projects ranging from £300k to £2m, they have built a strong reputation for delivering industrial facilities, office fit-outs and commercial construction schemes for a diverse client base.

Due to continued growth and a healthy pipeline of work, they are looking to appoint an Estimator to join their Warrington office.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator looking to join a growing contractor where they can take ownership of projects from tender enquiry through to handover.

You'll be responsible for pricing a mixture of industrial construction and office fit-out projects, preparing competitive tenders and supporting the Pre-Construction team in securing new business opportunities.

Although predominantly office-based in Warrington, occasional site visits across the North West may be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specifications, tender documentation and identify scope gaps.
• Complete quantity take-offs and build project costs from first principles.
• Produce accurate and competitive estimates for projects valued between £300k and £2m.
• Manage tender programmes and ensure submission deadlines are achieved.
• Issue enquiries to subcontractors and suppliers.
• Chase, analyse and compare subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Apply overheads and profit margins in line with company procedures.
• Identify project risks, exclusions, assumptions and opportunities for value engineering.
• Liaise closely with the Pre-Construction Director and wider estimating team.
• Deliver thorough and professional project handovers to Commercial and Delivery teams.
• Maintain ownership and accountability for the quality and accuracy of all tender submissions.

What We're Looking For

Essential

• Previous experience working as an Estimator within construction.
• Strong understanding of tendering, pricing and cost planning.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience completing quantity take-offs and preparing detailed estimates.
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Desirable

• Experience pricing industrial construction projects.
• Experience within office fit-out or commercial refurbishment sectors.
• Mixed construction background covering both build and interiors projects.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tenders simultaneously.

Benefits

• Salary up to £50,000
• Performance-related bonus based on secured projects and successful handovers
• 20 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• Additional holiday entitlement for length of service
• Stable and growing business with a strong pipeline of projects
• Opportunity to work on varied industrial and commercial fit-out schemes
• Long-term career progression within the business

Working Environment

• Full-time, office-based role in Warrington
• Occasional travel to project sites across the North West
• Supportive and collaborative pre-construction team
• Two-stage interview process

Apply

If you're an Estimator looking to join a growing contractor delivering industrial and office fit-out projects across the North West, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion.