Estimator

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Job description

Estimator / Senior Estimator - Main Contractor Experience
Location: Warrington or London

Role Overview
4Site Recruitment are seeking a dedicated Estimator to join a Main Contractor within their Commercial team, supporting their ongoing expansion. The ideal candidate should be self-driven, motivated, and able to operate independently under pressure while thriving as a team collaborator. Experience in Principal Contracting estimating is essential, alongside a strong understanding of building systems, particularly in construction, civils, and architectural works packages. This role involves external site visits with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors, requiring a professional and confident approach to represent the company and clarify bids as needed.

In this position, you'll work closely with the Commercial Director and Project Teams, focusing on creating accurate and compliant quotations from supplied Tender Documents. Upon successful conversion, you will be responsible for providing a handover to the Contracts Team, attending Preconstruction meetings, and negotiating with suppliers and subcontractors to secure optimal value.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyse and interpret Client briefs from site visits to produce detailed estimates.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to prepare fully comprehensive estimates.
• Identify tender opportunities by analyzing job specifications and drawings.
• Accurately perform take-offs from drawings, including material and labor calculations.
• Maintain and update the approved suppliers list.
• Conduct site/tender walkthroughs to proactively identify potential site issues.
• Understand project planning and construction sequencing requirements.
• Communicate with clients to clarify any unclear specifications or requirements via RFIs.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to secure competitive pricing for bids.
• Participate in site reviews, tender reviews, tender handover, and project closeout meetings as required.
• Provide support to the Estimating Manager and Preconstruction Manager in their duties.

Requirements:

• Background in Main Contractor / Fit Out Estimating.
• Strong technical knowledge of Architectural, Builders' work, and Civils packages.
• Extensive experience in estimating and quoting for projects.
• In-depth understanding of Building Regulations.
• Ability to manage workload independently.
• Proficient in MS Office, Word, Excel, and other related software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Full UK Driving License, with willingness to attend site/tender walkthroughs across the UK.

Benefits:
Competitive starting salary based on experience up to 90,000 plus package
Pension scheme.
Opportunities for training and professional development.
25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
Employee-owned company structure.
Health and life insurance.

This role provides a unique opportunity to work within a leading construction company, with a focus on quality, collaboration, and delivering excellence across all projects.

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