Estimator, Construction, Operations Manager

CLC, part of Axis CLC, is a national maintenance and refurbishment provider supporting clients across the healthcare, defence, leisure, heritage, commercial and education sectors. Backed by over 110 years of combined experience and the wider strength of Axis CLC, operating from 23 UK offices and employing more than 2,500 people nationwide, we deliver responsive repairs, planned maintenance, compliance, decarbonisation and refurbishment services through a UK-wide operational network and long-established regional presence.

The Role
We’re recruiting an Estimator into CLC’s Planned Works team. This new role supports growth across programmes such as kitchens & bathrooms, externals, roofing, compliance upgrades, voids, FRA works and decarbonisation/retrofit. You’ll sit in pre-construction, producing accurate, timely pricing for frameworks and live tenders, then handing over cleanly to delivery / commercial teams.
Ideal profile: a degree / HNC-qualified estimator (c. 1–3 years’ experience) with Main Contractor exposure and familiarity with social housing/planned works.
Responsibilities
 
* Pricing & take-offs: prepare detailed measurements, SoRs and build-ups (labour, plant, materials, prelims, OH&P).
 
* Tender production: compile compliant submissions, clarifications, assumptions, and risk registers; manage tender queries and RFIs.
 
* Supply chain engagement: issue enquiries, analyse returns, benchmark rates, and build competitive, deliverable prices.
 
* Frameworks & SoR: price against NHF / other housing frameworks; update and maintain rate libraries.
 
* Value engineering: propose alternatives and delivery options that improve value without compromising quality or compliance.
 
* Handover: lead a robust pre-start handover to operations/QS (scope, inclusions/exclusions, risks, allowances).
 
* Data & governance: maintain estimating files, version control and audit trail; contribute to win-loss reviews and continuous improvement.

* Collaboration:

work with operations, QS, design, SHEQ and retrofit teams to ensure scope, methodology and programme are aligned.
Requirements
 
* 1–3 years’ estimating experience (Main Contractor or planned works/social housing).
 
* Strong numeracy and commercial acumen; proficient with Excel and estimating tools (e.g., Causeway/Conquest / Evaluate / Candy).
 
* Working knowledge of SoR / NHF, NRM2 / SMM7, prelims and indirect cost modelling.
 
* Clear written communication for tender responses and assumptions; confident engaging suppliers and internal stakeholders.
 
* Organised, detail-driven and comfortable managing multiple bids to tight deadlines.
 
* Desirable: exposure to retrofit / PAS 2035, FRA works, and compliance-led programmes.
What we offer
 
* Base Salary up to £60,000 depending upon exprience
 
* Non Contractual Bonus
 
* Car Allowance
 
* 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
 
* Pension, medical scheme options and life assurance
 
* Perkbox (discounts, perks & wellbeing offers)
 
* 1 paid volunteer day
 
* 24/7 GP Referral Service
 * £2000 refer-a-friend bonus after the referee passes probation
 
* Opportunities for development and progression across Axis CLC
Why Axis CLC?
Joining Axis CLC means being part of a national organisation that delivers essential services across housing, education, healthcare, defence and commercial property. You’ll be joining a team that values reliability, quality and social impact, offering long-term stability, meaningful work and genuine opportunities to grow and progress in your career.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Many faces, one Axis CLC. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know