Estimator in Coventry

The role of Estimator in the property industry involves preparing accurate cost estimates for construction projects, ensuring budgets align with project requirements. This permanent position is ideal for someone with experience in delivering cost-effective solutions within the construction department.

• Join a growing construction business taking ownership of estimating and bids.
• Lead on and ensure bids are commercially viable and competitively positioned

• Produce detailed cost estimates from drawings, specifications, and scope documents.
• Carry out accurate take-offs for labour, materials, and equipment.
• Obtain and assess quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Prepare tender submissions, budgets, cost plans, and bid documentation.
• Support pre-construction activities, including risk analysis and value engineering.
• Collaborate with commercial, design, production, and project teams to validate estimates.
• Monitor project costs against estimates and contribute to post-project reviews.
• Maintain and develop cost databases to reflect current market rates.
• Review tender portals and identify new opportunities.
• Negotiate with supply chain partners and support bid-writing activities.

To be successful in this role, you'll have:

• At least 5 years' experience as an Estimator within the UK construction sector.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and cost drivers.
• Experience preparing competitive tenders and commercial submissions.
• Proficiency with estimating software such as CostX, Bluebeam, Buildertrend, and Excel.
• The ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organisational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and stakeholder management experience.

Desirable

• Degree qualified in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Knowledge of modular or off-site construction methodologies.
• Strong commercial awareness, cost control, and supplier negotiation skills.
• A collaborative approach to working within multidisciplinary teams.