Estimator, Construction, Building & Residential Construction

Salary

Competitive Package, negotiable depending on experience – 42.5hrs per week

• Private Health Care
• 32 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Flexible Working
• Company Pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free Parking

Gelder Ltd are looking to recruit an experienced Estimator to join our Commercial Department. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail‑oriented and commercially aware professional to play a key role in securing new projects and supporting the continued growth of the business.

Gelder delivers projects across a wide range of sectors including healthcare, leisure, retail, refurbishment, and social housing, providing high‑quality construction and refurbishment solutions for both public and private sector clients.

As an Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for a variety of construction and refurbishment projects. You will work closely with the commercial, pre‑construction and delivery teams to ensure tenders are well prepared, commercially viable and aligned with company objectives.

• Preparing detailed cost estimates for construction and refurbishment projects
• Analysing drawings, specifications and tender documentation
• Obtaining and evaluating subcontractor and supplier quotations
• Preparing bills of quantities and cost breakdowns
• Identifying risks and opportunities within tender submissions
• Liaising with subcontractors, suppliers and internal teams during the tender process
• Supporting the preparation of tender submissions and documentation
• Attending tender review meetings and assisting with bid strategies
• Maintaining accurate records of tender information and pricing data
• Assisting with value engineering and cost planning during the pre‑construction stage

• Previous experience working as an Estimator within the construction industry
• Strong analytical and numerical skills
• Ability to interpret drawings and technical specifications
• Good commercial awareness and understanding of construction processes
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Conquest experience desirable nut essential, training can be provided

• Opportunity to work on projects across healthcare, leisure, retail, refurbishment and social housing sectors
• A supportive and collaborative commercial team
• Opportunities for career development within an established and growing company

If you are a motivated Estimator looking for your next opportunity within a forward‑thinking construction business, we would welcome your application.

The Gelder Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company’s established policy is to ensure that no unlawful discrimination occurs, either directly or indirectly, against any person on the grounds of colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, age, sex or marital status, religion or religious belief, sexual orientation or disability, or be disadvantaged by any other condition or requirement that is not essential for carrying out the job.