Back Posted: Oct 14 2025

Estimator

Laindon, Essex , United Kingdom

Property & Construction jobs >> Skilled Trade

Negotiable

Permanent

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Job Title: Estimator – Design & Build (Commercial & Mixed-Use)
Location: London
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Company:
Our client is a well-established main contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality Design & Build projects across the commercial and mixed-use sectors. With an impressive portfolio and a healthy pipeline of upcoming work, they are seeking an experienced Estimator to join their pre-construction team. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven professional who wants to be involved in shaping projects from concept through to delivery.

The Role:
As an Estimator, you will play a crucial role in the pre-construction process, working closely with design teams, consultants, and clients. You’ll be responsible for preparing accurate cost plans and competitive tenders, providing commercial insight throughout the design phase, and ensuring bids are both profitable and innovative. This role offers the chance to work on diverse and high-profile projects while contributing directly to the company’s continued success in the sector.

Key Responsibilities:

Produce detailed cost estimates and cost plans throughout all design stages.
Work collaboratively with architects, engineers, and consultants to influence design decisions with cost-effective solutions.
Prepare and coordinate subcontractor and supplier enquiries, analysing returns to ensure best value.
Support the tender process, preparing clear, concise, and commercially competitive submissions.
Identify risk, opportunities, and value engineering solutions to strengthen bids.
Attend client meetings to provide clarity on budgets and cost advice during pre-construction.
Support the smooth handover of successful tenders to the delivery team.About You:

Previous experience as an Estimator within a main contracting environment is essential.
Strong track record working on Design & Build projects, ideally within the commercial and mixed-use sectors.
Excellent knowledge of construction methods, procurement, and market rates.
Proficient in estimating software (e.g., Conquest, Causeway, Buildsoft, or similar).
Strong numerical, analytical, and communication skills.
Comfortable engaging with clients and consultants in a professional and confident manner.What’s on Offer:

Competitive salary and benefits package.
Opportunity to work on exciting, landmark projects across the commercial and mixed-use sectors.
A collaborative working environment with opportunities for career development.
The chance to influence projects from early design through to successful delivery

No. of positions available*: 1
Salary: Negotiable
Experience: None
Education: None
Post Date: October 14, 2025
Job id:. CV-155201
Position Type: Permanent
Applicants: 0
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