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Estimator – General Building

Job Posted: 9 days ago

Salary: £ 40,000 - 60,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Ferndown, Dorset

Expire in: 18 days

Job Description

Job Title: Estimator – General Building
Job Type: Permanent, Office-Based (No Hybrid)
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Negotiable (Dependent on Experience)

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Estimator with a strong background in general building and Tier 2 contracting. The successful candidate will join a busy team to prepare accurate and competitive estimates, cost plans, and tender documentation for a variety of construction projects. This is a full-time, office-based role.

Key Responsibilities

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    Prepare detailed cost estimates, budgets, and tender submissions for general building projects.

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    Analyse client and engineer specifications to produce accurate pricing.

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    Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to gather quotes and clarify scope.

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    Review and evaluate tenders, highlighting risks, opportunities, and value engineering options.

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    Maintain and update estimating databases, cost plans, and historical project information.

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    Support project managers and directors with commercial reporting and pre-construction advice.

Requirements

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    Minimum 5 years’ experience as a construction estimator, ideally in general building and Tier 2 contracting.

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    Strong knowledge of construction costs, methods, and UK building regulations.

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    Excellent numerical, analytical, and attention-to-detail skills.

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    Confident in liaising with subcontractors, suppliers, and clients.

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    Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Excel.

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    Must be office-based (no hybrid working).

What’s Offered

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    Permanent, full-time role with immediate start.

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    Negotiable salary based on experience.

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    Opportunity to work on a varied pipeline of Tier 2 construction projects

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