Estimator

Your new company
Our client is a well-established contractor specialising in refurbishment, remediation, and building safety projects across the commercial and residential sectors. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, sustainable, and safety-focused solutions, they are continuing to expand their operations across Yorkshire and the wider UK. The business has a proven track record in delivering complex projects on time and to the highest standards, making this an exciting time to join their growing commercial team.

Your new role
Our client is seeking an experienced Estimator to join their dynamic pre-construction team in a hybrid capacity. Based close to Leeds, this is a pivotal role where you will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates, tender submissions, and supporting business growth across a range of remediation, refurbishment, and energy efficiency projects. You will play a key role in helping the company secure new work while ensuring competitive and commercially viable pricing strategies.

Responsibilities will include:

• Preparing detailed and accurate cost estimates for refurbishment, remediation, cladding, and energy efficiency projects.

• Reviewing drawings, specifications, and other documentation to prepare comprehensive take-offs and tender submissions.

• Liaising with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations.

• Analysing risks, opportunities, and value engineering options during the estimating process.

• Collaborating closely with the pre-construction, design, and commercial teams to ensure bids are competitive and compliant.

• Maintaining and developing relationships with clients and stakeholders to support business growth.

• Assisting in the preparation of tender presentations and supporting negotiations.

• Keeping up to date with market trends, material costs, and supply chain availability.

What you will need to succeed:

• Proven experience as an Estimator within the construction industry, ideally with exposure to refurbishment, remediation, or building safety projects.

• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to produce accurate cost plans and tender submissions.

• Excellent analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Office packages.

• A proactive and detail-driven approach to work.

What you get in return:

• A competitive salary of 60,000 to 70,000, depending on experience.

• Attractive benefits package including pension, healthcare, and bonus opportunities.

• Hybrid working model - with flexibility to split your time between home and the office near Leeds.

• The chance to work on innovative, technically challenging, and high-profile projects that make a real difference in safety and sustainability.

• Supportive and collaborative company culture where career development, progression, and ongoing training are prioritised.

• Join a forward-thinking contractor with a strong pipeline of secured work, offering long-term career security and growth.

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