Full time Permanent

Surveyor Estimator

Recruitment Helpline Ltd
Paddock Wood, Kent, TN12 6JA
money-bag Competitive Salary, Depending on Experience
Posted: 26 May 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 25 June 2026
Ref: RHL5889

About the Role

A Surveyor Estimator is required to join a permanent, full-time team in Paddock Wood. This role supports a leading UK cold storage construction specialist, focusing on bespoke temperature-controlled facilities for the food and drink sector. Key responsibilities include preparing detailed cost estimates, conducting site surveys, and managing tenders for projects from concept through to commissioning. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills and experience in construction estimating, ideally within refrigeration or insulated panel systems. The position offers a competitive salary dependent on experience. The successful applicant will work closely with design and installation teams to deliver cost-effective, energy-efficient solutions for clients.

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Surveyor / Estimator to join a well-established company.

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent.
Salary: Competitive Salary, Depending on Experience.
Location: Paddock Wood, TN12.

About The Company:

They are one of the UK's top cold storage construction companies.

From concept & design to installation & commissioning, they provide fresh produce, and prepared food & drink companies with bespoke temperature-controlled storage, packing & distribution facilities.

Using the latest insurance specified & food safe insulation, individually designed Control Instruments & Refrigeration Systems, they base all of their projects on an understanding of cost & energy efficiency as well as maximising the potential of business returns for clients.

About The Role:

You will be responsible for attending site to carry out a survey, passing on the information to the Draughtsman to produce a drawing which you will be asked to provide an Estimate/Quote to the client. The company also receive drawings from the Client for new build projects, along with a Specification to produce an Estimate/Quote, ensuring all estimating work is delivered efficiently and accurately.

Key Responsibilities:

• Liasing with Clients on current and future projects
• Producing detailed estimates including construction costs, site abnormals, preliminaries, variations etc
• Obtaining specialist Subcontractor and supplier quotations
• Assisting with pre-budget cost preparation
• Producing and submitting cost and statistical reports as required

Candidate Requirements:

Previous experience working as an estimator/surveyor within the commercial and Industrial sector. Experience working with Coldstores would be advantageous but not essential.


If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration.

The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.

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