Construction Estimator - Birmingham
Reed Property & Construction is recruiting for an experienced Estimator for a leading demolition contractor based at the Birmingham head office. The team consists of three Estimators and two Bid Managers. You will play a crucial role in the estimating process, preparing costs, programmes and methodologies for tenders and budgets.
Selling Points of this Role & Company
* Competitive salary £55k–£65k per annum (higher end requires demolition experience)
* Electric vehicle company car
* Bonus scheme under review and improvement
* Staff kitchen with breakfast and lunch
* Varied and exciting tender work
* Access to high‑security sites
* Growth opportunities as the business secures more contracts
* High‑performance, collaborative culture
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
* Review tender information provided by the client’s team.
* Collaborate with the Bid Manager to outline deliverables.
* Conduct site visits to assess work to be priced.
* Work with CAD technicians to develop methods of work and programmes.
* Identify specialist sub‑contract packages, obtain quotes and ensure coverage and risk management.
* Measure works and produce basic Bills of Quantities.
* Price work from first principles (labour, plant, materials) using output‑based or composite rates for tenders and budgets.
* Price site preliminaries and develop programmes with support from operations teams.
* Attend adjudication meetings, adjust bids based on management feedback and handle post‑tender client queries.
* Record all relevant information and hand over secured tenders to the live team.
Required Skills & Qualifications
* Previous estimating experience in demolition or construction.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Strong problem‑solving ability and initiative.
* Proficient in MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
* Knowledge of scheduling and strong customer‑facing skills.
* Ability to work within a team and independently to deliver robust bids.
* Attention to detail and accuracy.
* Experience in the demolition or construction industry is essential.
* Capacity to manage workloads and meet deadlines.
* Strong record‑keeping skills for seamless transfer to live teams.
If you meet these requirements, please apply today for a chance to be shortlisted.
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