Estimator – Bedford
Salary: £65,000 + Benefits
Working hours: 8.30- 5 Monday to Thursday and 8.30-4.30 on Friday
Why This Role Is a Great Opportunity
This is your chance to join a long-established, privately owned contractor with a strong reputation across the Home Counties. Known for delivering education, leisure, and commercial schemes up to £5m, they’ve built lasting client relationships by working collaboratively to achieve the best results. Many of their employees have been with them for years, thanks to a culture that values and develops staff.
* Career Growth: Tailored progression plans and ongoing development opportunities.
* Team Culture: Supportive, collaborative environment with long-standing colleagues.
* Reputation & Stability: A trusted contractor with repeat clients who actively seek them out.
* Competitive Package: £65,000 salary, car allowance or company car, pension, bonus, and wellbeing support.
The Role – Estimator
You’ll play a key role in preparing accurate, well-thought-out tenders for general contracting schemes in the £1–5m range. Working closely with a skilled commercial team, you’ll ensure bids are competitive, detailed, and aligned with client expectations.
You will be working across new build and refurbishment schemes.
Key Responsibilities:
* Prepare and submit tenders for projects across education, leisure, and commercial sectors.
* Work collaboratively with the commercial team to ensure accuracy and competitiveness.
* Build strong relationships with clients and suppliers.
* Contribute to the company’s ethos of delivering quality and value.
The Right Person
* 4+ years’ experience as an Estimator in the construction industry.
* Relevant construction qualification.
* Minimum grade C in GCSE Maths.
* Strong analytical and communication skills.
* Ability to work 8–5 in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Estimator looking to step into a role with excellent pay, benefits, and long-term career prospects. You’ll be joining a contractor that truly values its people and has a proven track record of success across the Home Counties.
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