Overview
Are you a skilled Construction Estimator with a proven ability to drive business growth? Join a growing, family‑run business in Northamptonshire where your commercial insight and estimating expertise will secure new and exciting projects across both private and public sectors.
Salary and Benefits
BASIC SALARY: up to £65,000 per annum
* Company Car
* 21 Days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
* Quarterly Bonus
Location
Kettering (commutable locations: Northampton, Wellingborough, Market Harborough, Bedford, Towcester, Rushden, Milton Keynes, Leicester)
Job Description
As an experienced Construction Estimator, you will be responsible for interpreting architectural plans and producing accurate, actionable estimates. This is a pivotal role, supporting the company in securing new contracts and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. Working collaboratively with colleagues—surveyors, sub‑contractors, project managers and suppliers—you will ensure that commercial objectives align with practical delivery across residential and commercial developments within the construction sector.
Reporting to the Managing Director, you will be:
* Responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates, tenders and budgets for a wide range of projects.
* Managing the estimates for projects varying from £350,000 to £1 million plus.
* Required to advise on elements of the design ensuring they are financially viable.
* Confident in producing BOM, obtaining quotes and negotiating prices for materials and services.
* Visiting prospective and client sites to assess project scope and gather information.
Qualifications
As an experienced Construction Estimator within the building sector, you will be confident in calculating project costs before work begins and identifying opportunities to secure new business. You will have a strong understanding of construction methods and materials. This varied role requires the skill and drive to support the Managing Director in expanding the company's portfolio across residential and commercial projects, contributing directly to the growth of the business.
* Proven experience as a Construction / Project Estimator or Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry.
* Relevant Estimator qualifications (e.g., Degree or similar in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management).
* Experience bidding for and submitting tenders to both the private and public sector (£200 k – £500 k minimum).
* Experience in managing projects, working closely with architects, project managers, surveyors, engineers and clients.
* Excellent Microsoft Office skills including Excel.
The Company
We are specialists in delivering outstanding commercial and housing development projects. With over 50 years of steady growth as a family‑owned business, we have built a reputation for combining craftsmanship, technical knowledge and professional service across a wide range of sectors. While our roots are in stone masonry, we have expanded to support diverse projects that are innovative, tailored and commercially driven. From specialist heritage work to large‑scale commercial developments, our team brings expertise, creativity and reliability to every project we undertake.
Acknowledgement
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EEO Statement
Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client, embraces diversity, champions equality and fosters inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives.
Recruitment
Please note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the recruitment partner of our client.
Reference
REF: LO18240, Wallace Hind Selection
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