Job Summary for Estimator
Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and driven Estimator to join their growing team.
This role is ideal for someone with strong construction estimating knowledge who enjoys working closely with project and contracts teams.
The successful candidate will play a key role in enquiry reviews, detailed take-offs, and the preparation of estimates ready for submission, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and strong communication throughout the process.
This position is full-time from the Sandwich office. Alternatively, you can work from the Kings Hill site which will require visiting the Sandwich office one day per week. You must have access to your own vehicle.
Key Responsibilities for Estimator
* Prepare accurate cost estimates
* Support tender submissions
* Review enquiries
* Produce detailed material take-offs
* Liaise between project teams and contracts managers to ensure smooth handovers
* Identify inefficiencies and opportunities for continuous improvement
Key Skills and Competencies for Estimator
* Proven estimating skills
* Proven knowledge of construction estimating (timber frame experience preferred but not essential)
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills
* Experience managing sales handovers
* Proficiency in Excel, MS Project, and other project management tools
* Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
* Ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams
Benefits
* 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Your birthday off
* Death in service 2 x salary
* Salary sacrifice pension
* Car salary sacrifice scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Perkbox
Only suitable candidates will be directly contacted about this position, and we will not store or process the data of candidates in any way unless consent has been obtained