Estimator

Estimator experienced in construction (building services) and refurbishment projects required.

Location: Portsmouth.

Salary: Upto 65k pa. (40-hour week).

Benefits:

31 days holiday (including bank holidays) – increases with service.

• Buy or sell up to 5 days per year.
• Contributory pension & life assurance.
• Salary sacrifice scheme.
• Fully supported career progression & training.
• Company car with fuel card provided.

This permanent position is well suited to an individual that is looking to advance their career and gain hands-on experience in a thriving and supportive workplace.
 
 
About Us
Our client is a respected, professional construction and facilities management company delivering high-quality construction, refurbishment, building maintenance and FM services across the South of England. With a growing Building Projects division, we’re proud to support clients in the education, care, health, and housing sectors, delivering projects ranging from £100k to £5m.
 
 
The Role

As an Estimator, you will take ownership of the pricing process across a variety of projects, working closely with the Estimating team and Directors. You’ll enjoy a significant degree of autonomy while contributing to a collaborative and high-performing environment.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate incoming tender enquiries, identifying project risks, opportunities, and contract requirements.
• Produce detailed bills of quantities (BoQs) and schedules of work from drawings, specifications, and site visits.
• Manage enquiries and BoQs through our estimating software (ConQuest).
• Accurately price works, obtaining competitive quotes from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Prepare and present tender reports for internal adjudication.
• Collaborate with the bid team to ensure timely, high-quality tender submissions.
• Conduct post-tender negotiations and support value engineering efforts.
• Compile thorough handover packs for the operational and commercial teams.
• Assist the Business Development team with incoming opportunities.

Experience Required

• Solid technical understanding of general construction methods.
• Proven experience in a main contractor environment preparing competitive quotes (£100k–£5m).
• Strong familiarity with Design & Build tenders and JCT contract frameworks.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, commercial awareness, and risk analysis.
• Proficient in estimating software (preferably ConQuest) and MS Office.

Qualifications

• HNC, HND, or Degree in a construction-related discipline (desirable).
• Membership of professional bodies such as MCIOB or MRICS (desirable).

Why join our client?

• Established company with a strong reputation across the South.
• Continuous pipeline of public and private sector projects.
• Supportive senior leadership and experienced estimating team.
• Autonomy in your role with the tools and backing to succeed.