Estimator, Construction, Building & Residential Construction

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Estimator to join an established and growing main contractor based in Newcastle.

The business has a strong track record of delivering commercial, education, healthcare and public sector projects, with a significant proportion of its workload secured through established frameworks and repeat business.

Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of upcoming work, they are looking to appoint an experienced Estimator to strengthen their pre-construction team.

The successful candidate will work across a varied portfolio of refurbishment and build projects, with values reaching up to approximately £20m. This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator who enjoys working across multiple sectors and has a strong understanding of refurbishment, build and framework-led procurement.

The Role

* Prepare and manage tenders across commercial, education, healthcare and public sector projects up to £20m.

* Review tender documentation, drawings, specifications and employer's requirements.

* Complete detailed take-offs and prepare accurate project pricing.

* Obtain, assess and negotiate subcontractor and supplier quotations.

* Identify commercial risks, opportunities and potential value engineering opportunities.

* Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, consultants and clients throughout the tender process.

* Attend site visits, tender meetings and pre-construction meetings.

* Prepare detailed tender submissions and supporting documentation.

* Work closely with the pre-construction, commercial and operational teams.

* Manage multiple tenders and ensure submissions are completed within agreed deadlines.

About You

* Proven experience as an Estimator within a main contracting environment, with a strong refurbishment and build background.

* Experience across commercial, education, healthcare or public sector projects.

* Previous experience working on framework projects would be highly advantageous.

* Proven experience pricing projects up to approximately £20m.

* Strong understanding of construction methodology, sequencing and buildability.

* Excellent knowledge of subcontractor procurement and supply chains.

* Strong commercial awareness, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.

* Strong communication and negotiation skills.

* Experience using relevant estimating and take-off software.

* Relevant construction or commercial qualifications would be advantageous.

What’s on Offer

* Salary up to £75,000 + package, including car allowance, fuel card and company bonus.

* Varied portfolio across commercial, education, healthcare and public sector projects.

* Strong pipeline of framework and repeat business.

* Opportunity to work on both refurbishment and new-build schemes up to £20m.

* Genuine long-term career development opportunities.

If you're an experienced Estimator with a strong refurbishment and build background and experience across commercial, education, healthcare or public sector projects, we'd be keen to hear from you