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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