We're working on behalf of one of the UK's most recognised privately owned construction contractors to source an experienced Senior Estimator to join their pre-construction team based in Glasgow. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute estimator looking to play a key role in the successful delivery of large building projects across sectors including commercial, healthcare, education, industrial and public sector developments. You will take ownership of tender submissions from initial enquiry through to final bid submission, working closely with operational, commercial and design teams to develop competitive and winning tenders. Key responsibilities: - Managing the estimating process for building construction projects ranging from £10m to £100m+. - Reviewing tender documentation, specifications and drawings. - Preparing accurate cost plans, estimates and tender submissions. - Identifying value engineering opportunities and alternative construction methodologies....

Senior Estimator / Cost Planner Warrington - 65,000 - 80,000 + Package The Opportunity We are partnering with a well-established and expanding 40m turnover Developer / Contractor to recruit a Senior Estimator / Cost Planner to join their Warrington-based team. With a strong and growing pipeline, this is a key appointment within the Pre-Construction function, offering the opportunity to take ownership of projects and play a pivotal role in shaping early-stage development decisions. The Role As a Senior Estimator, you will lead on cost planning and estimating activities from initial land appraisal through to tender stage, ensuring accuracy, commercial viability, and alignment with project objectives. Key Responsibilities Lead preparation of cost appraisals for new land opportunities Undertake detailed take-offs and produce comprehensive cost plans and feasibility studies Analyse drawings and specifications to develop accurate and competitive estimates Manage and...

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Estimator to join a growing civil engineering and infrastructure contractor with an ambitious growth strategy and a strong pipeline of secured and upcoming work. Based in the North West, this role offers the opportunity to play a key part in securing major projects across the region. Working closely with senior stakeholders and operational teams, you will lead the production of high-quality tender submissions and help shape the future growth of the business. The Role As a Senior Estimator, you will take ownership of the tendering process from initial enquiry through to submission, ensuring competitive, commercially sound, and technically robust bids are delivered on time and to the highest standard. You will work closely with operational teams, supply chain partners, and senior stakeholders to develop winning strategies and identify opportunities to strengthen future submissions. Key Responsibilities Lead...

Senior Estimator Location - Bolton, Greater Manchester Salary/Package - 65,000 - 90,000 DOE + Comprehensive Benefits Package About the Company Our client is a long-established and highly respected civil engineering and infrastructure contractor with a history spanning more than 150 years. Operating across the UK, they deliver a diverse range of projects within the water, highways, drainage, flood alleviation, energy, and infrastructure sectors. With an annual turnover in excess of 100 million , the business has established itself as a leading name within the civil engineering market, offering clients a fully integrated service through a range of specialist divisions. Their continued success is driven by a strong pipeline of secured work, long-term framework agreements, and a commitment to delivering high-quality projects safely and efficiently. Due to continued growth and a healthy order book, they are now seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join their commercial...

Senior Estimator Location: North West London (office based) Are you confident pricing complex refurbishment schemes where information is incomplete? Do you understand fa ades, fire remediation and the realities of working in occupied buildings? Ready to step into a high-impact senior role with real influence over commercial strategy? I'm working with a growing contractor delivering technically complex projects across London and the South East. They're looking for a Senior Estimator to take ownership of high-value, high-risk schemes within a regulated environment. This is not a standard estimating role - you'll be pricing projects driven by compliance, evolving design, and the Building Safety Act. Project types are generally cladding and facade remediation, refurbishment, heritage and HRBs. What you'll be doing Leading the full estimating process from feasibility through to tender submission Producing detailed cost plans, tenders and risk allowances Interpreting fire...

Ivy Resource Group are working with a well-established contractor to recruit an experienced Senior Estimator for a permanent role based in Wolverhampton. You will be working on a range of commercial projects including schools, hospitals, colleges, universities and leisure centres. The company: Our client is a leading regional contractor and family-owned business that has a passion for innovation and a drive for achieving excellence. They have been in business for over 30 years and work across a variety of sectors, including: Commercial, Leisure, Education, Healthcare, Residential and Retail. The Role: Preparing detailed estimates and tender submissions for commercial projects Cost planning, risk assessment, and value engineering Liaising with subcontractors, suppliers, and design teams Producing accurate budgets, forecasts, and reports Supporting business development and bid strategy on high-value projects The Ideal Candidate: Proven...

Senior Estimator Glasgow Glasgow Office £65,000 - £70,000 + Car Allowance, Bonus & Pension Contract Scotland is working in partnership with a well-established and growing fit - out contractor to recruit an experienced Senior Estimator for their Glasgow office. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious estimating professional to join a highly regarded business with a strong project pipeline and long-term career prospects. Reporting directly to the Estimating Manager, the successful candidate will play a key role in the preparation and delivery of accurate, competitive tenders across a range of projects. Key Responsibilities Preparing detailed and competitive cost estimates and tender submissions Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation Obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations Identifying project risks and value engineering opportunities Supporting bid strategy and tender planning alongside the Estimating Manager...

Senior Estimator Salary: 65k - 75k plus package Location: St Helens Job Type: Permanent About the Company Our client is a well-established and growing construction and fit-out contractor delivering high-quality CAT A and CAT B interior fit-out projects across the commercial sector. With a strong reputation for delivering projects to the highest standards, the business works with a wide range of clients across office, industrial, retail, and commercial environments throughout the UK. Providing a full turnkey service from design and planning through to construction and fit-out delivery, the company continues to build long-standing client relationships through quality workmanship, reliability, and attention to detail. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured projects, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Senior Estimator to strengthen their commercial team. The Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join the commercial...

Senior Estimator Dornan Engineering Group is a leading international engineering contractor delivering high-value projects across Europe, UK & Ireland. Open to Ireland, UK or European locations, this is an exciting opportunity to join our growing Estimation team as a Senior Estimator, supporting the delivery of our group projects. This is a dynamic, hands-on role where you will oversee Estimation activities across the group. Reporting to the Estimating Director, you will work closely with the commercial and construction teams to deliver accurate, competitive, and commercially sound project estimates. As a key commercial team member, you will act as an ambassador for the company, demonstrating strategic thinking, professionalism, and a disciplined approach in all aspects of the role. This role can be based in Ireland, UK or Europe, ability to travel within Europe is a must. Your day will include: Lead the preparation and submission of high-value tenders, ensuring...

Some estimating roles keep you tied to a desk, buried in spreadsheets and cut off from the bigger picture. This isn t one of them. This is an opportunity to join a growing Scottish civil engineering and renewables contractor where estimating is genuinely valued not just as a function, but as a key part of how the business wins, grows, and decides where it goes next. You ll be working closely with the business owner & operational leaders on tenders across general civil engineering infrastructure, renewables, and public sector frameworks. The pipeline is strong, the projects are varied, and your input will directly influence what the business takes on. But what really sets this apart is how you ll work. There s real flexibility built into the role. You won t be expected to sit in an office five days a week. You ll have the freedom to work from home, manage your own time, and focus on output rather than presenteeism. It s a setup designed for someone who knows what they...

Senior Estimator - Commercial Construction Location: East London Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Sector: Commercial Construction About the Role: An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Estimator to join a leading construction contractor delivering complex commercial projects across London and the South East. This role is ideal for a commercially minded estimator with a strong background in reinforced concrete structures and commercial construction, capable of leading the estimating function from initial enquiry through to tender submission. The successful candidate will play a key role in securing major projects by producing accurate, competitive, and commercially viable estimates while collaborating closely with operational, commercial, and pre-construction teams. Key Responsibilities: Lead the preparation and submission of detailed cost estimates and tender proposals for commercial construction projects. Review tender documentation, drawings,...

Senior Estimator - Commercial Construction Location: Canning Town, East London Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Sector: Commercial Construction About the Role: An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Estimator to join a leading construction contractor delivering complex commercial projects across London and the South East. This role is ideal for a commercially minded estimator with a strong background in reinforced concrete structures and commercial construction, capable of leading the estimating function from initial enquiry through to tender submission. The successful candidate will play a key role in securing major projects by producing accurate, competitive, and commercially viable estimates while collaborating closely with operational, commercial, and pre-construction teams. Key Responsibilities: Lead the preparation and submission of detailed cost estimates and tender proposals for commercial construction projects: Review tender documentation,...

Our client is a leading civil engineering and infrastructure contractor with a long-standing reputation for delivering complex and high-profile projects across the UK and Ireland. Operating across sectors including water, highways, utilities, environmental works, and infrastructure, they have secured a strong pipeline of work and are looking to strengthen their pre-construction team with the appointment of an Estimator. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business that is investing heavily in its civil engineering division and offering genuine long-term career progression. The Role As Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and commercially competitive tenders for a range of civil engineering and infrastructure projects. Working closely with operational, planning, commercial, and design teams, you will play a key role in securing future work and supporting the continued growth of the business. The successful candidate will have the...

- Candidate required: Estimator or Senior Estimator - Job Type: Permanent - Start date: ASAP - Industry: Construction Professionals North - Location: Carlisle / Salford or Glasgow The role & about the client: ITS Building People are recruiting on behalf of a well-established family-owned contractor with over 50 years of experience and a leading reputation within the painting and decorating industry. Operating across the UK, our client has built a strong track record of delivering high-quality projects and maintaining long-term relationships with major contractors and clients. This position is critical to the pre-construction function, combining technical estimating expertise with bid management, contractor engagement, and commercial support. The successful candidate will work closely with the Business Development, Quantity Surveying, Contracts, and Commercial teams to maximise tender success rates and secure profitable projects. While the Head Office is...

- Candidate required: Estimator or Senior Estimator - Job Type: Permanent - Start date: ASAP - Industry: Construction Professionals North - Location: Carlisle / Salford or Glasgow The role & about the client: ITS Building People are recruiting on behalf of a well-established family-owned contractor with over 50 years of experience and a leading reputation within the painting and decorating industry. Operating across the UK, our client has built a strong track record of delivering high-quality projects and maintaining long-term relationships with major contractors and clients. This position is critical to the pre-construction function, combining technical estimating expertise with bid management, contractor engagement, and commercial support. The successful candidate will work closely with the Business Development, Quantity Surveying, Contracts, and Commercial teams to maximise tender success rates and secure profitable projects. While the Head Office is...

Our client is a well-established and growing construction business seeking an ambitious Estimator with approximately 3-4 years' estimating experience to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their career, working alongside experienced professionals and playing a key role in supporting the estimating function across a variety of construction projects. The Role The successful candidate will assist with the preparation of accurate and competitive tenders, helping to ensure projects are priced effectively and delivered successfully. Working closely with the senior estimating team, you will gain exposure to a broad range of projects and contribute to the continued growth of the business. Key Responsibilities Assisting in the preparation and submission of tender packages. Reviewing drawings, specifications, and project documentation. Producing take-offs and quantity measurements. Obtaining and analysing subcontractor...

Job Title : Project Manager Location: Northeast / Leeds Salary: Competitive Job Type: Full time, Permanent About Excalon: Excalon was founded in 2002 and became part of the Renew Holdings Group in 2024. We are a leading infrastructure contractor specialising in the provision of services to the utilities industry. This is an exciting time to join our business. About the Role: The purpose of the role is to manage a range of major infrastructure projects ensuring safe delivery, on time and within budget, whilst meeting all legislative requirements. You will plan, manage and evaluate projects throughout their lifecycle and conduct pre-start and post-implementation reviews to embed a culture of continuous improvement. Key Accountabilities: Act as the principal site contact point for Excalon clients and ensure that all activities on site are in accordance with statutory requirements and company policy. Establish a strong understanding of our client's requirements...

Bid Estimator/ Engineer 50K- 60K per annum Leicestershire area This role is suitable for experienced Project Engineers, Design Engineers, Sales Manager or Senior Site Engineers aiming to shift into a pre-construction, bid-focused position. Position Overview Reporting to the Project Manager or Head of Operations, this role involves leading the technical preparation, costing, and development of commercially competitive proposals and quotations for Mechanical, Electrical, and Automation projects of diverse scale and complexity, ensuring compliance with current legislation and internal processes. You will spearhead the pre-contract engineering activities, collaborating closely with Sales, Design, Procurement, and Project Delivery teams to define accurate project scopes, establish reliable cost models, and ensure a seamless handover from bidding stage to project execution. Candidate Profile Ideal candidates will have a solid engineering foundation in...

Fit Out Estimator Salary: 50k - 70k plus package Location: Preston Job Type: Permanent About the Company Our client is a well-established and nationally recognised fit-out contractor delivering high-quality construction, joinery, and corporate interior solutions across the UK. With decades of experience within the construction and fit-out sector, the business has built a strong reputation for delivering fast-track projects to the highest standards across retail, leisure, hospitality, and commercial environments. Working with major national brands, particularly within the fast-food and retail sectors, the company provides full turnkey fit-out solutions ranging from refurbishment and re-imaging programmes through to complete interior transformations. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Fit Out Estimator to strengthen their pre-construction team. The Role We are seeking an experienced Fit Out...

Job Title: Junior Estimator Salary: 30,000 Location: Worcestershire Sector: Offsite Construction Are you looking to take your first steps in to estimating? Would you like to work for a large National business? Due to growth we are partnered with a large National timber contractor who are looking to employ a Junior Estimator. You will work closely with the sales & pre construction teams to provide detailed and accurate quotes for contractor clients and also private clients. If you are looking to take your first steps in to estimating, this is the perfect opportunity for you. You will be supported and trained by experienced members of the team, to ensure that you understand the timber frame sector and the clients you work for. We would welcome conversation with candidates who: Hold strong IT experience, specifically MS Office Are a good communicator across all levels Will be willing to learn and take on board information Can commute to Worcestershire based...