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Estimator

Job Posted: 11 days ago

Salary: £ 45,000 - 60,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear

Expire in: 16 days

Job Description

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for a Commercial Surveyor / Estimator to join a growing and forward-thinking contractor.

This is a key commercial role within the business, responsible for both pre-construction estimating and post-contract commercial management, ensuring projects are accurately priced and delivered profitably.

The successful candidate will be a commercially aware, practical individual with the ability to confidently identify, scope, price and manage works across a range of projects.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating / Pre-Construction

Review tender documentation, drawings, and specifications

Scope, measure, and price works across a variety of projects

Prepare and submit detailed and accurate tender submissions

Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations

Identify risks, value engineering opportunities, and cost-saving options

Support bid strategy and tender presentations where required

Commercial Management

  * Manage the commercial lifecycle of projects from award through to final account

  * Prepare and submit valuations, variations, and interim applications

  * Monitor project costs and ensure effective cost control throughout

  * Manage subcontractor packages, including procurement and payments

  * Produce and agree final accounts

  * Ensure commercial targets and margins are achieved

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders

Act as a professional and confident point of contact

Attend meetings and provide commercial input where required

Ensure client expectations are met and managed effectively

Candidate Requirements

  * Proven experience in a Commercial Surveyor, Quantity Surveyor, or Estimator role

  * Strong understanding of both estimating and commercial project delivery

  * Experience preparing tenders, valuations, variations, and final accounts

  * Commercially astute with strong numerical and analytical skills

  * Confident communicator with client-facing experience

  * Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities

  * Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

  * Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or similar (desirable)

Key Attributes

Commercially driven and detail-oriented

Practical and solutions-focused

Strong organisational and time management skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Professional and confident in client interactions

What’s on Offer

  * Competitive salary and package

  * Opportunity to work on a varied project portfolio

  * Career progression within a growing business

  * Supportive and collaborative working environment

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