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Preconstruction Surveyor; Estimator

Job in Cardiff, Cardiff City Area, CF10 1AE, Wales, UK
Listing for: Howells Solutions Limited
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-03
Job specializations:
  • Construction
    Estimator, Quantity Surveyor, Building & Residential Construction, Civil Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Preconstruction Surveyor (Estimator)
Preconstruction Surveyor / Estimator Cardiff | Hybrid Working | Competitive Salary  Benefits We are partnering with one of the UK's leading privately-owned Construction and Interiors businesses to recruit a Preconstruction Surveyor / Estimator to support projects across the region With more than 170 years of industry heritage, our client is recognised as one of the UK's top employers, delivering sustainable, community-focused projects across both the public and private sectors.

Known for innovation, flexible working, and a people-first culture, they continue to shape environments that create a lasting positive impact. As a Preconstruction Surveyor / Estimator, you will play a key role within the preconstruction team, delivering accurate and high-quality early-stage cost planning quantities and Stage 4 Bills of Quantities within agreed bid timescales. Projects typically range from £10m to £150m across sectors including:
Education, Healthcare, Residential, Commercial, Leisure, Blue Light, No two projects are the same. Preconstruction Surveyor / Estimator

Key Responsibilities Accurately undertake project take-offs to produce detailed cost plans and Bills of Quantities. Deliver measurement outputs in line with agreed tender and bid programmes. Measure works in accordance with SMM7 (Standard Method of Measurement 7th Edition). Interpret technical drawings and specifications with a high degree of accuracy and commercial awareness. Utilise industry software including:
Microsoft Excel Bluebeam Conquest estimating software Support the wider preconstruction team to ensure commercially robust and technically accurate submissions. Contribute to continuous improvement and best practice within the estimating and preconstruction function. What We're Looking For We're seeking an organised and detail-focused professional who possesses:
Previous experience in a measurement, estimating, or surveying role within the construction industry. Strong technical and commercial understanding of construction measurement. Experience producing cost plans and Bills of Quantities. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Strong communication and collaboration skills. The ability to work effectively within a fast-paced preconstruction environment. If you're looking to play a key role in delivering safe, compliant, and innovative construction projects across the Midlands, we'd love to hear from you.

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