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Estimator
Job Posted: 4 hours ago
Salary: £ 55,000 - 65,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Telford, Telford and Wrekin
Expire in: a month
Job Description
We’re seeking a detail-driven Estimator to take ownership of the pre-construction pricing process and support the growth of our projects division. This role is ideal for someone with strong cost planning and pricing experience who thrives at the front-end of the project lifecycle.
Unlike a delivery-focused Quantity Surveyor, this position centres on tender pricing, supplier engagement and preparing submission-ready proposals, ensuring competitiveness and commercial accuracy before projects are handed over to the QS team for delivery control.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead tender pricing and cost preparation from initial enquiry to submission
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Analyse drawings, specifications, and site information to produce accurate cost estimates
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Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain and compare quotations
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Build and maintain pricing schedules / BoQs with clear allowances and risk provisions
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Assess potential preliminary costs, resource requirements, and programme considerations
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Attend pre-tender meetings and provide commercial input at bid stage
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Work with project and commercial teams to hand over successfully priced jobs
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Evaluate risk elements early (ground conditions, planning, surveys, access etc.)
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Identify value engineering opportunities to support tender competitiveness
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Maintain relationships with supply chain to drive efficiency and cost advantage
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Support the development of bid strategies and post-tender clarifications
Skills & Experience
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Proven experience as an Estimator (or QS with strong estimating background) especially in construction, civils, housing or related sectors
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Strong background in tendering, cost build-up, and price negotiation
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Comfortable evaluating scope and project risks before delivery stage
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Able to work from technical drawings and site data confidently
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Commercially aware with understanding of margins, prelims and bid strategy
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Proficient in constructing BOQs and using estimating tools / Excel
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Understanding of NEC or JCT contracts beneficial (but not the core of this role)
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Attention to detail, numerically precise and deadline-focused
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Strong communicator, capable of engaging effectively with suppliers and internal teamsBefore You Apply
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