Construction Estimator

Estimator - Construction & Interiors

Location: Slough, Berkshire

Company Overview

An established, family-run UK construction contractor specialising in commercial refurbishment, office fit-out, design and build, and construction project management. Operating nationwide, the company combines hands-on construction expertise with a professional approach to delivering complex projects across commercial, government, healthcare, education and residential sectors.

The company undertakes projects valued up to -5 million, delivering refurbishment and new-build schemes alongside commercial fit-out and wider construction works.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out site surveys to assess project requirements, existing site conditions and measurements.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates, project budgets and competitive tender submissions for refurbishment and new-build projects valued up to -5 million.
• Review architectural drawings, specifications and tender documentation to establish project scope and pricing requirements.
• Undertake detailed quantity take-offs and prepare accurate cost breakdowns.
• Use Bluebeam to review construction drawings, carry out digital measurements and complete quantity take-offs.
• Source, evaluate and negotiate competitive quotations from subcontractors and material suppliers.
• Identify commercial risks, cost-saving opportunities and potential value engineering solutions.
• Liaise with clients, architects, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers throughout the tender process.
• Support project teams with ongoing cost analysis, budget monitoring and cost control.
• Attend tender interviews alongside the project team to present estimates, clarify pricing and respond to client queries.
• Ensure tender submissions are accurate, commercially competitive and delivered within agreed deadlines.

Project Sectors and Experience

The successful candidate will work across a varied portfolio of construction projects, including:

• Commercial offices and corporate workplaces.
• CAT A and CAT B office fit-outs.
• Commercial refurbishment and workplace transformations.
• Government and public-sector buildings.
• Healthcare and education facilities.
• Residential developments and high-end private residences.
• Design-and-build and principal contracting projects.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience as an Estimator within a main contracting construction environment.
• Experience pricing both refurbishment and new-build projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, subcontract procurement and project costs.
• Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu for drawing measurement, digital take-offs and estimating.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Strong commercial awareness, negotiation skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with project teams.

David@PPM Recruitment on (phone number removed).