Maidstone (Hybrid – 3 days office / 2 days WFH)
The Role:
You will take ownership of the full tender lifecycle, from initial bid/no-bid decisions through to final submission and handover. This is a client-facing role where your ability to build relationships and present confidently will be just as important as your technical expertise.
Key responsibilities include:
* Producing accurate, competitive estimates and tender submissions
* Developing winning tender strategies aligned with business priorities
* Analysing tender opportunities and making clear bid recommendations
* Managing supplier and subcontractor input to inform pricing and design
* Preparing and presenting tender documentation to internal stakeholders and clients
* Ensuring all submissions are high-quality, compliant, and submitted on time
* Supporting smooth handover to delivery teams upon project award
What we’re looking for:
* Proven experience in estimating / tendering within construction
* Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
* Excellent communication and presentation skills
* Ability to build and maintain relationships at all levels
* Highly organised with strong planning capability
* Proficient in MS Excel and Bluebeam (or similar)
Desirable:
Membership of a professional body such as Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors or Chartered Institute of Building (or equivalent industry experience).
The Opportunity:
This role offers more than just estimating, it’s a chance to become a key part of a business where your ideas, commercial thinking, and client engagement directly influence growth and success. If you’re looking for a position where you can add real value, gain exposure, this could be the right move.
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