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Estimator / Senior Estimator Neath or Cardiff, South Wales £60,000 + Package (Car Allowance, Benefits & Career Progression) Permanent A well-established South Wales contractor with a turnover of approximately £45m is looking to appoint an Estimator to join its growing team based in Neath. Employing over 150 operatives alongside a strong commercial and operational team, the business delivers a diverse range of construction, refurbishment and specialist contracting projects across Wales and the South West. Their work spans sectors including retrofit decarbonisation, fire remediation, education, healthcare, public sector frameworks, maintenance, housing and specialist construction projects. This is an opportunity to join a business where no two tenders are the same. Rather than being confined to a single discipline or sector, you'll be involved in pricing a broad range of projects and work closely with experienced commercial professionals throughout the tender process. Working alongside an experienced Managing Estimator and supported by both estimating and quantity surveying resource, you'll play a key role in securing future workload for a business that continues to grow year on year. With continued business growth and investment in the commercial function, this role offers genuine long-term progression opportunities for an ambitious estimator looking to develop their career within a successful and expanding contractor. The Role As Estimator, you'll take ownership of tenders from initial enquiry through to submission, ensuring competitive, accurate and commercially robust bids. Typically managing around three live tenders at any one time, you'll be responsible for: Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation. Preparing accurate cost estimates, take-offs and pricing schedules. Producing tender submissions and supporting documentation. Identifying commercial risks, opportunities and value engineering solutions. Obtaining, analysing and levelling subcontractor and supplier quotations. Liaising with operational, commercial and delivery teams throughout the bid process. Attending pre-tender meetings and site visits where required. Monitoring market conditions, labour availability, material pricing and industry trends. Supporting successful project handovers to delivery teams. About You Previous experience as an Estimator within the construction industry. Experience pricing construction, refurbishment, maintenance, housing, public sector or specialist contracting projects. Strong understanding of tendering processes and commercial principles. Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and scope documents. Excellent numerical, analytical and organisational skills. Comfortable managing multiple tenders and deadlines simultaneously. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Proficient with Microsoft Excel and estimating software. Full UK driving licence. What's On Offer Salary circa £60,000 plus package. Car allowance and additional benefits. Structured support from an experienced Managing Estimator. Exposure to a varied pipeline of projects across multiple sectors. Long-term career development and progression opportunities. Join a stable, established and growing contractor with a strong reputation across Wales and the South West. This role would suit an Estimator looking to move into a business that offers greater variety, genuine progression opportunities and the chance to work on a diverse portfolio of projects rather than a single specialist workstream.

Senior Estimator £70,000 + Package Hybrid / Remote Working Available Permanent Construction & Social Housing Senior Estimator Opportunity - Flexible Working Available Due to continued growth, our client is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Estimator to join their established pre-construction team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-respected contractor working across social housing, reactive maintenance, refurbishment, planned works, extensions and general construction projects , with project values ranging from £200,000 to £10 million . The business is flexible on location and is open to considering candidates on a hybrid or remote working basis , providing the successful applicant can build strong relationships with key internal stakeholders and support the wider pre-construction function. The Role You will be responsible for producing accurate and competitive cost estimates across a variety of construction and maintenance projects, ensuring bids are commercially viable and aligned with client requirements. Working closely with Business Development Managers, Operations Teams, Directors, Supply Chain Partners and Accounts, you will play a key role in securing new work and supporting the continued growth of the business. Key Responsibilities Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for construction, refurbishment and maintenance projects. Evaluate tender documentation, specifications, drawings and contract requirements. Obtain and assess quotations from subcontractors and suppliers. Liaise with clients, architects, engineers and consultants throughout the tender process. Review project risks, opportunities and value engineering options. Produce competitive and commercially sound tender submissions. Ensure estimates align with programme requirements and project objectives. Build and maintain strong relationships with supply chain partners. Support Business Development and Operational teams in securing new opportunities. Work closely with senior stakeholders to develop winning bid strategies. Ensure all estimates are completed accurately and submitted within deadlines. Maintain robust cost databases and historical pricing information. Assist with tender handovers to delivery teams following project award. What We're Looking For We are keen to speak with both experienced Senior Estimators and ambitious Estimators ready to take the next step in their career . Candidates should have experience in one or more of the following areas: Social Housing Reactive Maintenance Planned Maintenance Refurbishment Projects General Building Construction New Build Projects Commercial Construction Domestic Construction Extensions and Improvement Works Ideal Experience Proven estimating experience within construction, maintenance or social housing sectors. Strong understanding of labour, materials, subcontractor and plant costing. Experience pricing projects from £200k to £10m. Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications. Commercially aware with strong attention to detail. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Comfortable working with multiple internal departments and external partners. Strong negotiation and supply chain management experience. Why Apply? £70,000 salary Hybrid and remote working options available Opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects Long-term career progression Key position within a growing pre-construction team Exposure to major social housing and construction frameworks Supportive and collaborative working environment Apply Now If you're an Estimator or Senior Estimator with experience in social housing, maintenance, refurbishment or general construction projects and are looking for a role offering genuine flexibility and career progression, we'd love to hear from you. Senior Estimator Estimator Social Housing Reactive Maintenance Refurbishment Planned Works Construction Remote Working Hybrid Working

Estimator / Senior Estimator We are currently recruiting on behalf of an established, family-run main contractor based in Greater Manchester for an Estimator / Senior Estimator to join their established Pre-Construction team. The business has been operating successfully for over 40 years and has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality new build and refurbishment projects across Greater Manchester and the wider North West. Working across Housing, Education and Commercial sectors, the company delivers projects for a combination of public and private-sector clients, with project values typically ranging from 500k to 15 million. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Estimator looking for their next career step, or an established Senior Estimator seeking a long-term position within a stable and supportive SME environment. The Role Reporting into the senior pre-construction team, you will be responsible for producing accurate, commercially robust estimates from initial tender through to adjudication and, where successful, handover to the delivery team. You will have the opportunity to take ownership of individual tenders while working closely with subcontractors, suppliers, the commercial team and site management. Key Responsibilities Produce accurate and competitive estimates for new build and refurbishment projects. Prepare detailed pricing from first principles. Undertake accurate quantity take-offs from drawings and specifications. Prepare and issue tender enquiries to subcontractors and suppliers. Obtain, review and analyse subcontractor quotations. Produce detailed quotation comparisons and tender breakdowns. Identify commercial risks, omissions and opportunities within tender documentation. Package and manage tender documentation. Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers throughout the tender process. Produce clear, analytical and logically structured estimates. Utilise estimating software as part of the tendering process. Attend and chair tender adjudications where appropriate. Attend tender handover meetings with the Commercial and Site Teams. Prepare site files and relevant documentation for successful tenders. Work collaboratively with the wider Pre-Construction and Commercial teams. Support the development and training of Junior Estimators. Contribute to the continued improvement of estimating processes. Attend relevant training and CPD programmes. About You We are looking for an experienced construction Estimator who is commercially aware, technically capable and able to work effectively within a close-knit team. You will ideally have: Previous estimating experience within a main contracting environment. Experience pricing new build and/or refurbishment projects. Experience working on projects ranging from approximately 500k to 15m. Experience obtaining and analysing subcontractor quotations. Good understanding of the construction tendering and pre-construction process. Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications and tender documentation. Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple tenders and competing deadlines. Experience with Conquest Estimating Software would be advantageous, although training can be provided.

Our client, a well-established contractor delivering refurbishment, retrofit and construction projects across the region, is seeking an experienced Estimator to join their growing commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong estimating background who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants to play a key role in securing new business. Key Responsibilities Review tender documentation, specifications and drawings. Prepare accurate cost estimates and competitive tender submissions. Obtain and evaluate quotations from subcontractors and suppliers. Carry out take-offs and quantity measurements. Identify project risks, opportunities and value engineering options. Liaise with the commercial and operational teams throughout the tender process. Attend pre-tender and post-tender meetings where required. Maintain estimating databases and cost information. Ensure submissions are completed accurately and within deadlines. Support handovers to the delivery team following successful contract awards. Requirements Previous experience as an Estimator within the construction industry. Experience pricing refurbishment, retrofit or social housing projects. Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications. Excellent numerical and analytical skills. Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Excellent communication and organisational skills. Ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously. Full UK driving licence Experience using estimating software. What's on Offer Company pension. Career progression opportunities. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of construction and refurbishment projects across the region

We are working with a growing social housing contractor who are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Estimator to support their continued growth across London and the South East. This is a key role within the business and is much more than simply measuring and pricing works. You will play an important part in tender leadership, commercial strategy, risk management and bid development, working closely with operational, commercial and senior leadership teams. The Role As Senior Estimator, you will be responsible for leading the pricing of a wide range of social housing programmes, ensuring tenders are commercially competitive while remaining deliverable and profitable. Your responsibilities will include: Leading the preparation and submission of competitive tenders across London and the South East. Pricing planned maintenance, major works, retrofit, decarbonisation and building safety programmes. Pricing occupied-homes programmes including kitchens, bathrooms, roofing, windows, external fabric and M&E renewals. Estimating fire safety, passive fire protection, building safety remediation and high-rise refurbishment projects. Reviewing specifications, surveys, designs and contract requirements to identify commercial and delivery risks. Leading tender adjudications, risk reviews and contributing to wider bid strategy. Developing accurate cost plans, estimates and pricing using relevant estimating software. Working with operational and commercial teams to ensure proposed works are deliverable. Supporting framework pricing, open-book costing, measured term and fixed-price contracts. Building strong knowledge of client requirements, market conditions and supply chain costs across London and the South East. Mentoring junior members of the estimating team and helping improve estimating processes, governance and quality. About You We are looking for an established Senior Estimator, or an experienced Estimator ready to take the next step, with a strong background within social housing contracting. You will ideally have: Strong experience estimating within the social housing sector. Experience with planned maintenance, major works, retrofit, decarbonisation and/or building safety programmes. Experience working with housing associations, local authorities and framework procurement. Strong commercial awareness and the ability to balance competitiveness, risk, margin and deliverability. Experience with NHF Schedule of Rates and social housing pricing models. Knowledge of PAS 2035/PAS 2030 and ideally experience of funded decarbonisation programmes. Experience of HRBs and/or building safety-related projects. Advanced Excel skills and experience using estimating software such as ConQuest, Causeway, CostX or similar. Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to challenge and influence stakeholders at all levels. A calm, organised and solutions-focused approach, particularly when working to tight tender deadlines. The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing social housing contractor where the successful candidate can have a genuine influence on the company's continued expansion. The business is looking for someone who can do more than produce compliant estimates you will be expected to help secure profitable work, identify risk early and contribute to the wider commercial and bid strategy. There is also clear scope for progression into a Head of Estimating or wider Pre-Construction leadership position as the business continues to grow.

Estimator Property Services Location: North London Salary: £70,000 £80,000 Type: Permanent Working hours: Monday Thursday 8am 5pm, Friday 8am 4pm The Opportunity An established and growing Property Services contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Estimator to join its commercial team in North London. The business has a strong track record across social housing, planned maintenance and refurbishment, working across a broad range of programmes including kitchens and bathrooms, external works, cladding, fire remediation, retrofit and wider property improvement works. This is a genuine opportunity to join a growing estimating function where you will have input into tender strategy, supply chain engagement, pricing and bid selection, rather than simply pricing every opportunity that comes through the door. The Role As an Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing competitive and commercially sound tenders across a range of Property Services and Social Housing opportunities. You will work closely with the commercial and operational teams, clients and supply chain to understand the scope, assess risk and develop accurate pricing. Your responsibilities will include: Preparing detailed estimates and tenders for Property Services and Social Housing projects Reviewing tender documentation, specifications, drawings and schedules Pricing planned maintenance, refurbishment and property improvement works Working with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain, assess and challenge quotations Building and maintaining strong supply chain relationships Reviewing NHF/SOR rates and understanding how they relate to the actual scope of works Assessing labour, materials, subcontractor costs, preliminaries, risk and margin Identifying commercial risks, assumptions and opportunities within tenders Supporting early-stage bid decisions and tender strategy Working closely with operational and commercial colleagues to understand delivery implications Maintaining accurate tender records, pricing information and supporting documentation Contributing to a structured and consistent estimating process Experience Required We are looking for an experienced Estimator who understands the Property Services / Social Housing environment. You will ideally have experience across several of the following: Planned maintenance Social Housing / Housing Association frameworks Term contracts Kitchens & bathrooms Internal and external refurbishment External works Cladding Fire remediation Retrofit / energy efficiency works NHF / SOR pricing Long-term frameworks Subcontractor procurement and supply chain management Competitive tendering Experience within a Tier 1, major Tier 2 or established Property Services contractor would be particularly beneficial. This role would suit someone who can demonstrate genuine experience pricing Property Services work rather than a general construction or new-build background. What We're Looking For The successful candidate will be commercially aware, organised and confident in their judgement. You will be someone who: Understands the detail behind the numbers Can challenge subcontractor pricing and assess whether it represents genuine value Understands risk, scope, programme and margin Has an established supply chain network Takes ownership of their work Is confident communicating with subcontractors, colleagues and clients Can explain and defend their pricing decisions Is comfortable working within structured processes Has strong Excel and administration skills Works well as part of a team Is looking for a long-term opportunity rather than simply their next role What's On Offer £70,000 £80,000 salary 26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays Discretionary annual bonus Hybrid working available once established within the role If you're an experienced Property Services Estimator with a strong Social Housing and planned maintenance background and are looking for your next long-term opportunity, we'd be keen to hear from you.

Job Title: Estimator / Quantity Surveyor We are currently recruiting for an experienced Estimator / Surveyor to join a growing commercial team within a leading organisation operating across the property maintenance, refurbishment and repairs sector. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute professional to take ownership of the estimating function, attending sites to scope, measure, cost and quote works across small, medium and large refurbishment and repairs projects. The role will also incorporate a wider quantity surveying function, including valuations, variations, cost reporting, procurement and final accounts. The Role You will work closely with Site Managers, operational teams, clients and stakeholders to provide accurate, commercially robust estimates and fully priced scopes of works. Key responsibilities will include: Attending sites across London to scope, survey and measure works. Preparing accurate estimates and quotations using NHF Schedule of Rates Version 8 , internal SORs and benchmarked London rates. Producing Bills of Quantities, schedules of works, cost plans and pricing documents. Pricing labour, materials, preliminaries, overheads and profit. Preparing clear and accurate client-facing quotations within agreed timescales. Handing fully priced and measured scopes of works to Site Managers for delivery. Supporting tendering, bid analysis and subcontractor procurement. Assessing subcontractor quotations and payment applications. Pricing and valuing variations. Supporting interim valuations and final accounts. Tracking project costs, variations and profitability. Producing commercial reports and highlighting risks and opportunities. Maintaining accurate commercial records, cost trackers and completion cost files. Developing pricing libraries, rate build-ups and benchmarking data. Providing commercial advice to operational teams and stakeholders. About You We are looking for an experienced Estimator, Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Surveyor, Surveyor or Estimator/Surveyor with a background in property maintenance, repairs, refurbishment or construction. Ideally, you will have: Proven experience estimating and pricing construction, refurbishment, repairs, maintenance or void works. Strong site surveying, measurement and quantity take-off experience. Experience using NHF Schedule of Rates, SORs or similar pricing systems . Experience preparing BOQs, schedules of works and cost plans. Working knowledge of valuations, variations, cost control and commercial reporting. Strong Excel and estimating/measurement software skills. Excellent commercial judgement and attention to detail. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across London. Experience within social housing, local authority, housing associations, repairs & maintenance, voids, retrofit, damp & mould, disrepair or refurbishment would be highly advantageous. Relevant qualifications in Quantity Surveying, Construction, Commercial Management or Estimating are desirable, although candidates with strong relevant industry experience will also be considered.

Roofing Estimator £60,000 to £65,000 Are you an experienced roofing Estimator or Quantity Surveyor who can take ownership of tenders and help shape how a growing contractor prices and wins work? Abbey Roofing is looking for an experienced commercial professional to join its Bedford-based team. You will independently manage roofing tenders from initial enquiry through to submission, while helping improve pricing, margins and estimating processes across a strong pipeline of secured and tendering work. Why Join Abbey Roofing? You will be joining an established roofing contractor with a strong pipeline of work and ambitious plans for continued growth. This role offers genuine responsibility and autonomy while allowing you to work alongside an experienced commercial and operational team. If you take ownership, understand specialist subcontracting and want to play an important part in how Abbey Roofing prices and secures future work, we would be pleased to hear from you. Working alongside our existing Lead QS and commercial team, you will also have the chance to influence how our commercial department develops as the business continues to grow. The Role This role is suited to an experienced Estimator or Quantity Surveyor who can take ownership of roofing tenders and work confidently with minimal supervision. You will price projects using drawings, specifications, site surveys and client documentation. This will include preparing accurate labour and material build-ups, obtaining and negotiating supplier quotations, and identifying commercial risks and opportunities. You will also help us continually improve the way Abbey Roofing prices and wins work, including tender turnaround times, estimating templates and internal processes. Some tenders will be based on Schedule of Rates (SOR) pricing, particularly within planned maintenance, social housing and reactive works. Previous SOR experience is not essential but would be highly desirable. Key Responsibilities Independently manage roofing tenders from initial enquiry through to final submission Review drawings, specifications, scopes of work and tender documentation Prepare detailed labour, material and subcontract cost build-ups Produce material schedules and accurate take-offs Obtain, compare and negotiate supplier and subcontractor quotations Identify exclusions, qualifications, risks and commercial opportunities Attend occasional site visits to understand project scope or site conditions Price work using traditional tender build-ups and, where applicable, Schedule of Rates Maintain accurate supplier, material and labour cost information Input and manage quotations using estimating software and company systems Work with the Lead QS to review pricing strategy and improve tender margins Help improve tender turnaround times, estimating templates and internal processes Monitor quotation performance and help assess win rates and pricing trends Communicate professionally with clients, suppliers, site teams and subcontractors Roofing Packages Experience in some or all of the following would be advantageous: Pitched roofing Tiles and slates Flat roofing systems Felt, single-ply and liquid roofing Leadwork Fascia, soffits and rainwater goods Insulation upgrades Roof refurbishment and planned maintenance Social housing roofing programmes New-build roofing packages What We Are Looking For Essential A minimum of three years experience in estimating, quantity surveying or a commercial construction role Experience within roofing, cladding, waterproofing or another specialist subcontract environment The ability to independently manage a tender and quotation workload Strong commercial awareness Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy The ability to read and understand construction drawings and specifications Strong Excel skills Confidence preparing labour and material cost build-ups A good understanding of supplier procurement and quotation management Strong communication skills The ability to manage deadlines and prioritise multiple tenders Confidence using digital systems and software A process-improvement mindset Desirable Previous experience working with Schedule of Rates (SOR) Experience pricing social housing or planned maintenance contracts Experience using estimating software such as RapidQuote, CATO or similar Knowledge of roofing materials, systems and manufacturers Experience negotiating supplier pricing Experience improving estimating or tender processes Experience managing subcontractor packages An RICS qualification or progress towards another recognised commercial qualification What Success Looks Like You will be expected to: Independently manage and deliver quotations Maintain accurate and commercially competitive pricing Meet agreed tender deadlines Help improve quotation turnaround times Develop strong relationships with suppliers and clients Identify commercial opportunities and pricing efficiencies Contribute to increasing tender volume and successful tender conversions Help develop Abbey Roofing s estimating and commercial processes What We Offer Salary of £50,000 £55,000 per annum , depending on experience Company pension Company events Office-based role in Bedford Varied workload across commercial, new-build and social housing projects Genuine responsibility from day one Opportunity to help shape and improve our commercial department Long-term progression within a growing roofing contractor Supportive and experienced team environment About Abbey Roofing Abbey Roofing is an established and growing roofing contractor delivering pitched and flat roofing packages across the commercial, new-build, planned maintenance and social housing sectors throughout London and the South East. We work with a range of principal contractors, developers, councils and housing providers.

Bid Writer / Senior Bid Writer Social Housing, Planned Works, Retrofit & Public Sector Frameworks Cardiff, South Wales - office based full-time. Permanent: £50,000 - £60,000 p.a. + Car Allowance / Company Vehicle + Healthcare + Pension + Benefits BMSL are recruiting on behalf of an established South Wales contractor with a strong reputation across social housing, planned maintenance, refurbishment, retrofit and decarbonisation projects. Operating through long-standing framework agreements and partnerships with housing associations, local authorities and public-sector clients, they've continued to secure major workstreams across South Wales and the surrounding regions. This is one of the reasons they're looking to strengthen their pre-construction team with the appointment of an experienced Bid Writer. This is an opportunity to join a growing business with a secure pipeline of work, genuine long-term career prospects and the chance to play a key role in winning future contracts and framework opportunities. The Role Working closely with Directors, Estimators, Operational Managers and Delivery Teams, you will take responsibility for producing compelling, high-quality submissions across a range of social housing, planned works, refurbishment, maintenance, retrofit and decarbonisation contracts. You'll help shape bid strategy, coordinate technical input from across the business and ensure tender submissions are completed to the highest possible standard. Key Responsibilities -Writing and coordinating PQQs, SQs, tenders and framework submissions. -Managing the complete bid process from receipt through to submission. -Reviewing tender documentation and identifying key requirements. -Coordinating technical responses with operational and commercial teams. -Developing method statements, case studies and quality responses. -Maintaining bid content libraries and supporting documentation. -Supporting framework applications and public sector procurement opportunities. -Ensuring submissions are compliant, accurate and delivered on time. -Contributing to bid strategy, lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives. About You You'll already have experience producing successful construction bids and will ideally understand the social housing, refurbishment, maintenance or retrofit sectors. Essential Requirements Previous experience as a Bid Writer, Senior Bid Writer or Proposal Writer. Experience within construction, housing, maintenance, engineering or refurbishment sectors. Strong written communication and document management skills. Excellent attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple submissions and deadlines simultaneously. Commercial awareness and understanding of tender processes. Strong Microsoft Office skills. Highly Desirable Social housing experience. Planned maintenance contracts. Refurbishment programmes. Retrofit and decarbonisation projects. PAS 2035 environments. Framework submissions. Housing association clients. Local authority contracts. Public sector procurement. What's On Offer £50,000 - £60,000 basic salary (depending on experience). Company car allowance or company vehicle. Private healthcare. Pension scheme. Full-time office role. Secure pipeline of framework work. Long-term career progression opportunities. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Why Apply? This is an opportunity to join a contractor with a strong reputation across South Wales, a growing order book and a significant pipeline of framework, planned works, refurbishment and retrofit work. You'll play a central role in securing future contracts whilst enjoying long-term stability, flexibility and genuine career progression.

Bid Writer / Senior Bid Writer Social Housing, Planned Works, Retrofit & Public Sector Frameworks Swansea, South Wales (office based full-time) Permanent: £50,000 - £60,000 p.a. + Car Allowance / Company Vehicle + Healthcare + Pension + Benefits BMSL are recruiting on behalf of an established South Wales contractor with a strong reputation across social housing, planned maintenance, refurbishment, retrofit and decarbonisation projects. Operating through long-standing framework agreements and partnerships with housing associations, local authorities and public-sector clients, they've continued to secure major workstreams across South Wales and the surrounding regions. This is one of the reasons they're looking to strengthen their pre-construction team with the appointment of an experienced Bid Writer. This is an opportunity to join a growing business with a secure pipeline of work, genuine long-term career prospects and the chance to play a key role in winning future contracts and framework opportunities. The Role Working closely with Directors, Estimators, Operational Managers and Delivery Teams, you will take responsibility for producing compelling, high-quality submissions across a range of social housing, planned works, refurbishment, maintenance, retrofit and decarbonisation contracts. You'll help shape bid strategy, coordinate technical input from across the business and ensure tender submissions are completed to the highest possible standard. Key Responsibilities -Writing and coordinating PQQs, SQs, tenders and framework submissions. -Managing the complete bid process from receipt through to submission. -Reviewing tender documentation and identifying key requirements. -Coordinating technical responses with operational and commercial teams. -Developing method statements, case studies and quality responses. -Maintaining bid content libraries and supporting documentation. -Supporting framework applications and public sector procurement opportunities. -Ensuring submissions are compliant, accurate and delivered on time. -Contributing to bid strategy, lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives. About You You'll already have experience producing successful construction bids and will ideally understand the social housing, refurbishment, maintenance or retrofit sectors. Essential Requirements Previous experience as a Bid Writer, Senior Bid Writer or Proposal Writer. Experience within construction, housing, maintenance, engineering or refurbishment sectors. Strong written communication and document management skills. Excellent attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple submissions and deadlines simultaneously. Commercial awareness and understanding of tender processes. Strong Microsoft Office skills. Highly Desirable Social housing experience. Planned maintenance contracts. Refurbishment programmes. Retrofit and decarbonisation projects. PAS 2035 environments. Framework submissions. Housing association clients. Local authority contracts. Public sector procurement. What's On Offer £50,000 - £60,000 basic salary (depending on experience). Company car allowance or company vehicle. Private healthcare. Pension scheme. Office Based, full-time Secure pipeline of framework work. Long-term career progression opportunities. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Why Apply? This is an opportunity to join a contractor with a strong reputation across South Wales, a growing order book and a significant pipeline of framework, planned works, refurbishment and retrofit work. You'll play a central role in securing future contracts whilst enjoying long-term stability, flexibility and genuine career progression.

Concept, part of Axis CLC, is one of the UK s leading property service specialists, delivering expert property maintenance, refurbishment and compliance services across complex and highly regulated environments. Established in 2003 and backed by the wider strength of Axis CLC, operating from 23 UK offices with more than 2,500 employees and over 110 years of combined experience. Concept supports clients across Defence, Education, Healthcare and Critical National Infrastructure, delivering safe, compliant solutions across a wide range of essential property services. We are recruiting for an Estimator to join our Southwest team, supporting, new build, refurbishment and building fabric projects across a range of public sector and commercial environments. The Role As an Estimator, you will be responsible for managing, new build, refurbishment and building fabric tenders valued between £50k to £10m, from initial enquiry through to final submission and handover to the delivery team. Our work is predominantly refurbishment, and internal building fabric works 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. The Estimator will play a key role in ensuring tenders are priced accurately, risks are identified, and competitive submissions are prepared for client review. Responsibilities As an Estimator, your responsibilities will include: 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 for refurbishment and fabric works 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 simultaneously Working closely with colleagues, clients, contractors, suppliers and the design team throughout the tender process Supporting the smooth handover of secured projects to the operations team About You To succeed as an Estimator, you will demonstrate: Proven experience working as an Estimator within, new build, refurbishment or building fabric works Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications and schedules Strong knowledge of measurement and take-off processes Experience managing multiple live tenders simultaneously Excellent communication skills both written and verbal Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Excel Knowledge of Microsoft Project (desirable) What We Offer £55,000 - £75,000 Depending upon experience 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.

About the Role We are looking for an experienced Estimator with a strong background in Social Housing to join our growing Social Infrastructure team. You will be responsible for producing accurate cost estimates and competitive tenders, supporting the growth of the business and ensuring successful project delivery from pre-construction through to handover. Key Responsibilities Prepare accurate cost estimates from drawings, specifications, and tender documents. Produce commercially viable and competitive tender submissions. Undertake quantity take-offs and prepare Bills of Quantities. Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations. Work closely with commercial, operational, and bid teams. Identify risks, opportunities, and value engineering solutions. Present tender cost build-ups and recommendations to stakeholders. Support project handovers to operational delivery teams. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of market rates, materials, and labour costs. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors. Ensure all tender submissions are completed within agreed deadlines. Contribute to continuous improvement of estimating processes. About You Minimum 5 years' experience within the construction industry. Previous Social Housing experience is essential. Strong understanding of refurbishment, maintenance, and construction projects. Knowledge of JCT and ACA contracts. Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and schedules of works. Experience preparing Bills of Quantities and quantity take-offs. Strong numerical, analytical, and commercial skills. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and estimating software. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Ability to manage multiple tenders and work to tight deadlines. Quantity Surveying or related qualification desirable. What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Career progression and development opportunities. Supportive and collaborative team environment. Opportunity to work on projects that improve homes and communities across the UK. Apply today and become part of a team delivering high-quality, sustainable solutions across the Social Housing sector.