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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.

Graduate Estimator £26,500 - £30,000 + Full Training + Progression Winsford Are you a graduate with a degree in construction, surveying or similar discipline, looking to join a growing construction company that offers full in-house training alongside industry professionals, enabling you to technically progress your career and move into more senior roles? On offer is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and expanding business, supplying and installing flooring across the new-build housing sector. For over 20 years, they have gone from strength to strength throughout the industry. This varied role will see you working closely with the Estimating and Planning. You will be responsible for working with scaled drawings and creating plans/job sheets as well as liaising with clients and offering support and guidance to ensure installs run properly. This role would suit a graduate with a degree in construction, surveying or similar discipline, who is looking for a company that offers full in-house training with industry professionals, allowing you to technically progress and move to senior roles. The Role: Working with scaled drawings Creating plan/job sheets Liaising with clients and offering support and guidance to ensure installs run smoothly Mon - Thu (8.30 am - 5 pm); Fri (8.30 am - 4 pm) The Person: Graduate with a degree in construction, surveying, or a similar discipline Eager to technically progress a reputable construction business Commutable to Winsford Reference: BBBH27527A If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

Graduate Estimator 26,500 - 30,000 + Full Training + Progression Winsford Are you a graduate with a degree in construction, surveying or similar discipline, looking to join a growing construction company that offers full in-house training alongside industry professionals, enabling you to technically progress your career and move into more senior roles? On offer is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and expanding business, supplying and installing flooring across the new-build housing sector. For over 20 years, they have gone from strength to strength throughout the industry. This varied role will see you working closely with the Estimating and Planning. You will be responsible for working with scaled drawings and creating plans/job sheets as well as liaising with clients and offering support and guidance to ensure installs run properly. This role would suit a graduate with a degree in construction, surveying or similar discipline, who is looking for a company that offers full in-house training with industry professionals, allowing you to technically progress and move to senior roles. The Role: Working with scaled drawings Creating plan/job sheets Liaising with clients and offering support and guidance to ensure installs run smoothly Mon - Thu (8.30 am - 5 pm); Fri (8.30 am - 4 pm) The Person: Graduate with a degree in construction, surveying, or a similar discipline Eager to technically progress a reputable construction business Commutable to Winsford Reference: BBBH27527A If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

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.

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.

Estimator 45,000 to 55,000 + Training + Progression + 31 Days Holiday + Pension + Company Benefits Dunfermline, commutable from Edinburgh, Kirkcaldy, Rosyth, Cowdenbeath, Inverkeithing and Livingston Are you an Estimator or commercially minded construction professional looking to join a well established company offering excellent training, varied projects and long term career progression? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing Commercial team where you will work on a varied portfolio of tenders across New Build, Social Housing and Commercial projects, with ongoing mentoring and increasing responsibility as you develop. This company is a well established manufacturer and contractor with an excellent reputation across the construction sector. Due to continued growth and an increasing pipeline of work, they are looking to strengthen their Commercial team with an Estimator. In this role you will prepare competitive tenders for major housebuilders, local authorities and commercial clients. You will review specifications and contract requirements, prepare costings, work with suppliers and subcontractors, complete tender submissions and support projects through the pre contract stage. This role would suit an Estimator or someone from a Quantity Surveying, Procurement, Construction or related commercial background looking to develop their career within a stable and growing business. The Role: Preparing tenders across New Build, Social Housing and Commercial projects Reviewing specifications and contract requirements Pricing products, building works and services Obtaining competitive supply chain costings Completing tender submissions and pre start information Analysing tender feedback and supporting process improvements Full time office based in Dunfermline The Person: Estimating, Quantity Surveying, Procurement or related commercial experience Construction experience beneficial Strong numerical, analytical and commercial skills Confident communication and excellent attention to detail Commutable to Dunfermline Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed) To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Matilda Hocknell 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.

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.

Estimator - Civils Salary: Up to 80,000 (dependent on experience) + 5,500 Car Allowance & Benefits Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Location: Greater Manchester About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Estimator to join a well-established and growing Civil Engineering and Infrastructure business. Working within the Pre-Construction team, you will play a key role in securing new projects and shaping future work across a diverse portfolio of civil engineering, land remediation, infrastructure and environmental improvement schemes. This position offers the opportunity to work on both competitive tenders and negotiated projects, collaborating closely with operational, commercial and bid teams to develop accurate, commercially viable submissions. The successful candidate will be commercially astute, detail-oriented, and capable of delivering high-quality estimates while identifying opportunities to add value throughout the tender process. The Opportunity The business delivers a range of regeneration, infrastructure and civil engineering projects for local authorities, housing associations, public sector organisations and private sector clients. Projects span areas including: Land remediation and reclamation Civil engineering and infrastructure works Highways and public realm improvements Environmental enhancement projects Parks and open spaces Heritage and regeneration schemes This role offers exposure to a varied project portfolio and the opportunity to contribute to the successful delivery of meaningful projects that positively impact local communities. Key Responsibilities Prepare accurate estimates, tenders and budget cost plans. Build rates from first principles using technical and commercial knowledge. Manage subcontractor and supplier enquiries and assessments. Identify, evaluate and manage tender risks and opportunities. Work collaboratively with Pre-Construction, Commercial and Operational teams. Produce detailed and competitive tender submissions. Develop and maintain key assumptions and risk registers. Attend and lead Tender Launches, Settlements and Handover meetings. Support post-award project handovers to delivery teams. Contribute to value engineering exercises and cost-saving initiatives. Produce accurate quantity take-offs where required. Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers and subcontractors. Candidate Requirements Proven experience in an Estimator role within Civil Engineering, Infrastructure or Groundworks. Strong understanding of estimating principles and tendering processes. Ability to produce rates from first principles. Experience managing subcontractor and supplier packages. Excellent commercial awareness and analytical skills. Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities. Competent with estimating software and Microsoft Office packages. Full UK driving licence preferred. Salary & Benefits Salary up to 80,000 depending on experience. 5,500 Car Allowance . Enhanced Pension Scheme. Life Assurance scheme. Private Healthcare. Employee Assistance Programme. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements. 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Holiday purchase and sell scheme. Long service holiday rewards. Employee discounts and benefits platform. Wellbeing initiatives and company wellbeing days. Training and career development opportunities. Electric vehicle and salary sacrifice car schemes.

Estimator - New Build Housing & Construction MK Consult are working with an established and growing construction contractor to recruit an experienced Estimator. This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful business delivering a diverse range of new build housing and construction projects across the North West and wider UK. This role will suit an ambitious Estimator who enjoys working on a variety of projects, has a strong commercial awareness, and thrives in a fast-paced tendering environment. The Role As Estimator, you will play a key role in securing new projects by preparing accurate and competitive tender submissions across residential and construction developments. Key responsibilities include: Preparing detailed cost estimates and tender submissions Reviewing drawings, specifications and contract documents Obtaining and evaluating subcontractor and supplier quotations Identifying value engineering opportunities Producing bills of quantities and pricing schedules Attending pre-tender and post-tender meetings Liaising closely with clients, consultants and the operational teams Supporting bid presentations and contract negotiations Maintaining a strong understanding of current market conditions and construction costs About You Proven experience as an Estimator within the construction industry Experience pricing new build housing , residential or general construction projects Strong understanding of construction methods, materials and procurement routes Able to interpret technical drawings and specifications Excellent numerical and analytical skills Proficient with estimating software and Microsoft Office Strong communication and negotiation abilities Full UK Driving Licence Desirable Experience New build residential developments Affordable housing schemes Mixed-use and commercial construction projects Education, healthcare or public sector developments What's on Offer? Competitive salary Car allowance/company vehicle Pension scheme Bonus opportunities Ongoing training and career progression Opportunity to work on exciting and varied projects Stable and growing business with a strong pipeline of work If you're an experienced Estimator looking to join a forward-thinking contractor with an excellent reputation and long-term career prospects, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact MK Consult for a confidential discussion.