Estimator

Estimator

Are you an experienced Estimator looking for your next career move in the East Midlands?

We're recruiting for an Estimator in Nottingham to support the successful delivery of a diverse programme of construction projects across public sector estates. This is a full time, permanent opportunity offering excellent career development, a varied project portfolio, and the chance to be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team

Our client is a highly respected construction organisation with a strong reputation for delivering efficient, safe and sustainable building solutions across the public sector.

Their work spans the full property lifecycle, including refurbishment, remodelling, maintenance, compliance, and improvement projects across operational buildings such as schools, offices, and community facilities.

With a people-focused culture, flexible working approach, and commitment to professional development, they offer an excellent environment for construction professionals looking to build a rewarding long-term career.

As an Estimator, you will play a key role in supporting the successful delivery of a diverse programme of construction projects across the public estate.

Working closely with Commercial, Procurement and Operational teams, you'll support projects from early-stage feasibility through to delivery, ensuring schemes are accurately priced, effectively procured and efficiently mobilised.

This is a varied and fast-paced position where you'll be responsible for managing multiple projects at different stages whilst contributing to high-quality project outcomes across a broad public sector portfolio.

As an Estimator in Nottingham, your responsibilities will include:

Supporting the procurement of construction projects through framework agreements and tender processes.

Preparing and issuing subcontractor enquiries, mini-competitions and quality-based tenders.

Collating, analysing and comparing quotations from contractors and supply chain partners.

Producing project pricing documentation, including preliminaries, staffing costs and package information.

Providing cost planning support for feasibility studies and early-stage project development.

Maintaining and updating project pipeline trackers to monitor progress across key delivery stages.

Working closely with Project Managers, Operational teams and Commercial colleagues to support project planning and mobilisation.

Supporting supplier engagement activities and performance reviews.

Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across pricing, procurement and project tracking processes.

Preparing reports, pricing data and procurement records to support governance and internal reporting requirements.

Ensuring all activities are carried out in accordance with internal procedures, procurement regulations and framework requirements.

To be successful in this Estimator role, you will bring practical experience within construction estimating, pre-construction, procurement or commercial functions.

Essential Experience & Skills

• Experience preparing cost plans, pricing estimates, tender documentation and procurement packages.
• Strong understanding of construction procurement processes and project delivery stages.
• Experience working within construction, property, refurbishment or maintenance environments.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong analytical and commercial awareness.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience building productive relationships with contractors, consultants and supply chain partners.
• A pragmatic and solutions-focused approach to problem solving.

Qualifications

• A-Levels, NVQ or equivalent professional experience.
• Relevant qualification in Construction, Commercial Management, Quantity Surveying, Procurement or a related discipline.
• Working towards or interested in achieving professional membership would be advantageous.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive organisation delivering meaningful projects that positively impact local communities.

Package includes:

• Competitive salary dependent on experience.
• Local Government Defined Benefit Pension Scheme.
• Life assurance cover.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Additional birthday leave.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.

Long-term career progression opportunities.

Apply Now: Estimator Job in Nottingham

Take the next step in your estimating career and join a team delivering high-quality construction projects across a varied public sector portfolio.

Apply now to join a market-leading contractor delivering some of the East Midland’s most exciting public and private sector builds. If your application is successful, we'll be in touch within 48 hours to send you full details about the company, role and project pipeline.

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