Sales Estimator

Sales Estimator – Plymouth

I’m working with a growing construction and building maintenance business that is actively recruiting for an experienced Sales Estimator. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded professional with a background in general building, pricing, sales, or negotiation, who is eager to develop or strengthen their estimating skills.

The Estimating role involves managing projects up to £2 million in value and working closely with clients, consultants, and suppliers to deliver accurate, competitive, and well-structured bids. While experience in building maintenance or commercial construction is preferred, the right candidate with strong numeracy, sales acumen, and the ability to learn estimating processes will be considered.

• Liaise with clients, consultants, quantity surveyors and subcontractors
• Actively monitor tender portals and identify relevant opportunities
• Review and evaluate tender enquiries for completeness and accuracy
• Coordinate tender documentation and correspondence across the supply chain
• Organise and attend site visits with suppliers and subcontractors
• Obtain pricing and prepare complete, timely submissions
• Assess project costs and business risk, ensuring bids meet client specifications
• Maintain relationships with key accounts and follow up submitted quotations
• Provide detailed handover information to the operations team for successful bids
• Monitor project delivery to ensure costs align with forecasts, client care is maintained, and communications with the operations team are effective

• Experience in commercial construction, building maintenance or similar fields
• Understanding of project management, planning or scheduling
• Prior experience in managing bids/projects up to £2 million
• Proven experience preparing tenders and quotations
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills, with attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, written and verbal
• Strong organisation and time management skills
• Ability to work independently, take initiative and solve problems
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook and other standard business applications
• Full driving licence; enhanced DBS check required

This is a hands‑on, commercially focused role with real opportunities to influence the success of the business. The team values proactive, customer‑focused individuals who are keen to develop their estimating and sales skills within a supportive and professional environment.

Should you wish to discuss, please contact Nicky Harris, RGB Recruitment Exeter.