Pre-Construction Estimator

CV-Library • Bedford, Bedfordshire • 1d ago

Bedford Up to £40,000, depending on experience 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday Permanent

Rise10 Recruitment are working with an established and growing construction and electrical contracting business to recruit an experienced Pre-Construction Estimator to join their Bedford-based team.

This is a great opportunity for someone with a background in commercial construction estimating who enjoys the detail of the pre-construction process, from reviewing project information and completing take-offs through to preparing competitive tenders and liaising with clients, suppliers and subcontractors.

You’ll play an important role in ensuring projects are accurately estimated and commercially viable, helping to bridge the gap between client requirements, design information and construction delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Analyse and interpret project information, drawings and specifications
Prepare estimates and competitive bid proposals for commercial construction projects up to £250,000
Complete accurate material and labour take-offs from drawings
Understand construction planning, sequencing and project requirements
Raise RFIs with clients to clarify specifications, drawings or unclear information
Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain competitive and accurate pricing
Use in-house pricing and quoting systems to prepare detailed estimates
Attend site visits and undertake site surveys where required
Participate in site reviews, tender reviews, tender handovers and project close-out meetings
Support the relevant business unit and provide regular progress updates
Ensure estimates and tender submissions are accurate, commercially competitive and delivered within required timescales

We’re looking for someone with proven experience as a Construction Estimator within the commercial construction sector, who understands the full tendering process and can confidently work through project information to produce accurate estimates.

You’ll ideally have:

Proven experience in commercial construction estimating
Experience managing the full tender submission process
A minimum NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations (Estimator), or equivalent relevant experience
Experience completing labour and material take-offs from drawings
Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Good IT skills and confidence using estimating/pricing systems
The ability to work collaboratively with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and internal teams

What's on Offer?

Salary of up to £40,000, depending on experience
Company vehicle
Private healthcare following successful completion of probation
Pension following successful completion of probation
Development and career progression opportunities
Permanent position based from the Bedford office

If you're an experienced Pre-Construction Estimator looking for your next opportunity within the commercial construction sector, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today

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