Estimator - Construction & Interiors
Location: Slough, Berkshire
Company Overview
An established, family-run UK construction contractor specialising in commercial refurbishment, office fit-out, design and build, and construction project management. Operating nationwide, the company combines hands-on construction expertise with a professional approach to delivering complex projects across commercial, government, healthcare, education and residential sectors.
The company undertakes projects valued up to £5 million, delivering refurbishment and new-build schemes alongside commercial fit-out and wider construction works.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out site surveys to assess project requirements, existing site conditions and measurements.
Prepare detailed cost estimates, project budgets and competitive tender submissions for refurbishment and new-build projects valued up to £5 million.
Review architectural drawings, specifications and tender documentation to establish project scope and pricing requirements.
Undertake detailed quantity take-offs and prepare accurate cost breakdowns.
Use Bluebeam to review construction drawings, carry out digital measurements and complete quantity take-offs.
Source, evaluate and negotiate competitive quotations from subcontractors and material suppliers.
Identify commercial risks, cost-saving opportunities and potential value engineering solutions.
Liaise with clients, architects, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers throughout the tender process.
Support project teams with ongoing cost analysis, budget monitoring and cost control.
Attend tender interviews alongside the project team to present estimates, clarify pricing and respond to client queries.
Ensure tender submissions are accurate, commercially competitive and delivered within agreed deadlines.Project Sectors and Experience
The successful candidate will work across a varied portfolio of construction projects, including:
Commercial offices and corporate workplaces.
CAT A and CAT B office fit-outs.
Commercial refurbishment and workplace transformations.
Government and public-sector buildings.
Healthcare and education facilities.
Residential developments and high-end private residences.
Design-and-build and principal contracting projects.Candidate Requirements
Previous experience as an Estimator within a main contracting construction environment.
Experience pricing both refurbishment and new-build projects.
Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, subcontract procurement and project costs.
Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu for drawing measurement, digital take-offs and estimating.
Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
Strong commercial awareness, negotiation skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with project (email address removed) Recruitment on (phone number removed)
