Estimator

Our client is seeking an experienced Estimator to join their growing team, delivering high-quality projects across the heritage and conservation sector.

This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded professional with strong practical knowledge of construction and traditional materials such as masonry, timber, or concrete. The successful candidate will bring a well-rounded understanding of both the operational and commercial sides of the business, with the ability to plan, price, and manage projects from initial enquiry through to completion.

The role would suit someone with hands-on construction awareness and strong planning, project coordination, and cost management skills, capable of seeing a project through from cradle to grave while supporting the wider delivery team.

The Role

You will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive estimates while supporting the wider team in understanding the operational requirements, risks, and commercial implications of each project.

Key responsibilities include:

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Preparing detailed cost estimates, take-offs, and pricing documents
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Reviewing drawings, specifications, and tender documents to assess project scope
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Developing cost plans and budgets aligned with project delivery strategies
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Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations
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Identifying programme, logistics, and construction risks during the estimating stage
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Supporting procurement and tender submissions
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Working closely with project managers and site teams to ensure estimates reflect practical buildability and programme considerations
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Assisting with cost monitoring, variations, and commercial reporting as projects progress
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Contributing to smooth project handover from tender stage to delivery

About You

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Proven experience as an Estimator within the construction industry
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Strong technical understanding of masonry, timber, or concrete works
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Experience working on heritage, conservation, or listed building projects is highly desirable
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Good understanding of construction methodology, planning, and project delivery
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Ability to consider both commercial and operational factors when pricing work
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Experience supporting projects from tender stage through to completion
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Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and communication skills
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Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving ability

What's on Offer

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Opportunity to work on prestigious and technically challenging heritage projects
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A collaborative and supportive working environment
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Competitive salary and benefits package
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Long-term career progression opportunities within a growing specialist contractor

If you are a motivated Estimator with strong commercial awareness and an interest in traditional materials and heritage construction, we would love to hear from you.



Apply: Contact Hayley Woodruff on 07897069216 or apply with your CV to hayley.woodruff@bcuk.co.uk

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