47 estimator jobs found

Due to the awarding of new frameworks across several industries and continued work from existing frameworks and clients our client, a Tier 1 contractor is seeking to employ an Estimator/senior Estimator to be based from their South Yorkshire office. Our client undertake civil engineering and construction works across a multitude of industries (Rail, Highways, Aviation etc etc). Your key responsibilities will include: Preparing and managing tenders from the receipt of documents through to delivery. Work closely with the other functions in the department to develop and implement bid winning strategies from early in the tender process. Presenting tenders at review meetings to senior management. Liaising with the Supply Chain team on supplier/subcontractor inquiries. Conducting technical and commercial appraisals of labour, plant, materials, and temporary works. Performing take-offs from drawings and producing cost-effective tenders based on first principles. Discuss and...

A market-leading Tier 1 Main Contractor is looking to appoint a Senior Estimator to strengthen its estimating team in Glasgow. With a strong pipeline of secured and upcoming work, this is a key hire within a high-performing commercial function. This is a great opportunity to join a business delivering complex, high-value projects across a diverse range of sectors, working within a well-structured and collaborative estimating team. The Opportunity You will take a leading role in the preparation and delivery of competitive tenders. The role offers exposure to a wide variety of projects and the chance to influence bids from early engagement through to final submission. Key Responsibilities · Lead tenders from initial enquiry through to submission and handover · Prepare detailed, accurate, and competitive cost estimates · Manage and interrogate subcontractor pricing and supply chain engagement · Identify risks, opportunities, and value engineering options · Collaborate with...

Job Title: Estimator (M&E - Small Works, PFI Contracts) Location: Halesowen (Office-Based) Contract Type: Part-Time / Freelance (1-2 Days per Week) Rate: Day Rate (Negotiable, DOE) Overview We are a small, growing contractor delivering responsive and planned works within PFI environments, primarily across schools and hospitals. We are seeking an experienced Estimator with a strong Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) background to support our small works division on a flexible, part-time basis. Role Responsibilities Preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for M&E small works projects Reviewing client specifications, drawings, and tender documents Producing detailed material take-offs and labour costings Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain quotations Supporting pricing submissions within PFI contract frameworks Assisting with variations, cost planning, and value engineering where required Maintaining up-to-date pricing data and cost...

Caledonian Construction are recruiting for: * Mechanical Estimator required in Rayleigh Essex * Must have Mechanical / experience and industry knowledge * Office based role * Contract rate £375.00 per day depending on experience, weekly pay * Open ended Contract * If you have ever worked on Rail projects this would be a nice experience to have * Working on all tenders and capturing all costs , working closely with M D and the Operational team If this role is of interest to you please apply now

We are seeking an experienced Estimator to support the tendering and pre‑construction delivery of a £20m high‑end project in London. The role will play a key part in producing accurate, competitive, and well‑considered cost estimates that reflect the quality, design complexity, and specialist finishes typical of luxury construction projects. Key Responsibilities Estimating & Cost Planning Prepare detailed cost estimates, budgets, and cost plans from concept through to tender submission Measure and take‑off quantities from drawings, specifications, and schedules Assess design development risks and allowances appropriate for high‑end construction Ensure estimates accurately reflect market conditions, specialist subcontract input, and buildability considerations Tender Preparation Manage the full estimating process from enquiry to tender submission Compile and issue subcontract and supplier enquiries Analyse subcontractor returns and prepare comparison reports Assist in...

Job Title: Senior Estimator Position Type: Contract (Outside IR35) Contract Length: 6 Months with scope for extension Location: Remote with travel to sites as required We are supporting a client seeking an experienced Senior Estimator for a long-term contract role. You will lead cost estimation and bid preparation across complex EPCM projects, covering materials, labour and equipment. Key responsibilities include tender analysis, risk assessment, supplier engagement, and cost control throughout the project lifecycle. You'll collaborate with engineering and project teams to deliver accurate, competitive estimates. Requirements: Estimating experience within EPCMV Strong construction and M&E knowledge Proven large-scale project experience Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

Job Title: High Voltage Estimator Location: West Midlands and surrounding areas Start Date: ASAP Contract: 6 months (Possibility of a permanent position) Pay: £37,392 - £44,100 Hours: Monday to Friday 9 -5pm (Hybrid) Overview of the role - Team / Projects / Key challenges As the HV Estimator, you will have expert knowledge of the tendering process whilst being capable of dealing with a wide range of cost-planning activities. You will have the ability to perform detailed reviews of technical drawings and associated documentation and be responsible for both the creation and analysis of cost plans and risk profiling for a wide range of HV construction projects, including full measurement and detailed rating exercises. You will also be capable of easily visualising outline designs, drawings and specifications. Regular national travel. Flexibility required to suit the needs of the business. Projects will range from small one-off network connections to complex, multi-faceted...

Apex Resources Limited are on the lookout for a estimator on a permanent contract in Nelson, BB9. Responsibilities : Determining the total cost of subcontractor, materials, equipment, utilities, and labour for construction projects. Engage with the supply chain the ensure costs are robust and solutions are buildable. Collaborating with other teams, conducting site visits, and providing other services, like bid deliveries, when required. Develop client and consultant relations and develop solid working relationships. Start Date: ASAP Contract/Salary Rate: Negotiable DOE Requirements: Minimum 5 years experience doing estimating, Checkable references and up to date qualifications If you are interested and available, please send over your most up to date CV. For more information, please call the office on (phone number removed) and ask for Ryan

My client requires a Mechanical Estimator to work a mix from home and the clients offices in Central London on a long term contract basis. Paying between £(Apply online only) a shift + Outside IR35 + Working from Home and client office in Central London. You will need 5 years experience as an Mechanical Estimator with a proven track record of tendering on commercial projects. As an experienced Mechanical Estimator you will be conversant on Amtech or Trimble software and have the ability to produce accurate tenders. You will need to be Mechanically biased or qualified, ideally to HNC/HND level and have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar position and be comfortable producing tenders with values ranging from £1mill - £3 million In return you can expect to work for a financially stable company who can provide real, long term stability and supportive work colleagues. Starting salary £(Apply online only) a day + Outside IR35 + working a mix from Home and the clients offices....

Technical Sales Estimator Overview An established engineering business is seeking a Technical Sales Estimator to support its customer and production teams. The company operates within the manufacturing sector, providing machining and component solutions to a range of industries. The Role This position combines estimating, customer interaction, and technical review. The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing customer requirements, preparing quotations, and supporting the progression of work from enquiry through to order. Key Responsibilities * Managing incoming enquiries and maintaining customer communication * Reviewing technical drawings and specifications * Liaising with production teams to assess feasibility and requirements * Preparing cost estimates and quotations * Following up on quotations and supporting order conversion * Assisting in the development of internal processes and systems Requirements * Experience within an engineering...

Experienced Estimator /QS - Tavistock - £60,000 - £70,000 K Salary depending on experience We are currently in search for an experienced Qs to support a Building and maintenance Contractor based out of Tavistock, carrying out residential and commercial related projects throughout Devon and Cornwall. The Estimator/QS can be paid as self-employed or on an employed basis, to join their busy and efficient team. Main Duties to include initial site visits, costing full construction projects including completing a full take off/measure of the works, obtaining quotations for subcontract packages and materials and building up rates to get a complete all-in cost for the project. Projects may involve traditional plan and specification, traditional bills of quantities or design and build projects without quantities. Ability and willingness to manage projects to completion, including timely stage payments, would be an advantage. This is a full-time role If you are interested in this...

Building Services Manager - South Wales - c£(Apply online only) a day CIS + living allowance and expenses - tier 1 Main Contractor - leisure project - 2 year+ contract Working for a tier 1 main Contractor specialising in providing construction, services and property management expertise in Building and Civil Engineering, Property Development, Industrial and Critical Systems sectors. You will be charged with the delivery of MEP services on a leisure and entertainment project in Cardiff Cityl. You will be required to carry out the full coordination and management of M&E services installations of this project working as part of a team and reporting to a Lead MEP Manager. You will be educated to a minimum HND level in a relevant field with a good level of experience working for at least 5 years within the MEP contracting arena with a tier one M&E Sub-contractor or as a Building Services Manager within a main contracting environment. Mechanical background is preferred although...

Mechanical Supervisor, Central London to £325 a day - temp 6 months+ - Tier 1 MEP Contractor Are you an established Freelance Mechanical Site Manager with a proven background of experience working within the Building Services and M&E sector? Would you relish the opportunity to work for one of the UK's most prestigious M&E contractors on one of their most iconic projects? Your background and experience, together with an industry recognised qualification, will be well rewarded for working hard on a M&E package of around £35M on a large, commercial offices project. Previous M&E Fit-out project experience would be advantageous. Main duties will be to manage and oversee self delivery team and specialist outside sub-contractors and ensuring all Health and Site Safety is in place and adhered to. Experience of using an IPAD for reporting using Fieldview software, or similar, would be advantageous, as would experience of working on high-end, high rise, residential...

Electrical Project Manager, Cambridge to £425 a day - temp 9 months+ - Main/Principal Contractor Are you an established Freelance Electrical Project Manager with a proven background of experience working within the Building Services and M&E sector? Would you relish the opportunity to work for one of the UK's tier one contractors? Your background and experience, together with an industry recognised qualification, will be well rewarded for working hard on a M&E package of around £25M on a large government project in the Cambridge area. Previous M&E Fit-out project experience would be advantageous. Main duties will be to manage and oversee self delivery team and specialist outside sub-contractors and ensuring all Health and Site Safety is in place and adhered to. Experience of using an IPAD for reporting using Fieldview software would be advantageous. You will need to be eligible for security clearance or hold current SC clearance. As one of the UK's leading...

Our client, a Defence and Security supplier is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join them on a contract basis at their site in Maidenhead. Due to the nature of the role, applicants must hold the sole British nationality and current SC Clearance 6-month initial contract Rate is open to negotiation, inside IR35 Fully onsite in Maidenhead due to the nature of the role Job Description: Design, develop, test, and document mechanical assemblies through the full product lifecycle. Deliver robust mechanical solutions using company engineering tools and processes. Create and review mechanical documentation: design packs, analysis reports, plans, and procedures. Define and analyse mechanical performance and functional behaviours. Optimise designs for various manufacturing methods (machining, moulding, extrusion, sheet metal, casting). Perform tolerance analysis for precision parts and complex assemblies. Produce designs compliant with MIL‑STD, DEF‑STAN, EMC, TEMPEST, and...

Technical Project Manager (Contract) Location: Leighton Buzzard (4 days onsite) Contract Length: 6 months (Temp-to-Perm potential) Start Date: ASAP Engagement: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Rate: Negotiable The Role The Technical Project Manager is a key delivery role within the Client’s engineering programme environment. Rather than being aligned to a single programme, you will be deployed flexibly across a portfolio of projects, supporting priority areas as required. Working under the direction of a Senior Project Manager, you will take ownership of defined work packages and be responsible for delivering against Quality, Cost, and Schedule (QCD) objectives. You will operate as a core member of the Integrated Project Team (IPT), coordinating day-to-day delivery, managing risks, and ensuring accurate project tracking and reporting. This role also offers a clear pathway toward Senior Project Manager level, with exposure to multiple programmes and opportunities for professional...

Marine Designer - Contract (6 Months) Surrey | £52 per hour | Outside IR35 | Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days remote) RHL Recruitment, working with a leading oil and gas EPC contractor, who are seeking two experienced Senior Marine Designers to join a high-profile offshore project, on an initial 6-month contract. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role within a dynamic Marine Team, supporting the delivery of complex offshore design scopes while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams across global offices. The Role As a Marine Designer, you will: Support and lead within the Marine Team, working on a Saudi Aramco project. Liaise closely with other engineering disciplines, clients, and vendors Coordinate with global project teams to deliver work within agreed timelines and budgets Provide technical guidance and mentor Junior designers Manage and oversee remote design teams Develop project-specific job notes, guides, and training materials to ensure consistent...

Class 2 Driver required in Hereford, Paying £15.00ph (Plus annual leave estimated £1.72ph - Totaling £16.72ph) to start at 07:00 working Monday to Friday, immediate start available, experienced or new pass drivers welcome. We’re currently recruiting for a reliable and professional HGV Class 2 (Cat C) Driver to join a leading national distribution company based in Hereford. Whether you're looking for full-time or ad-hoc work, this is a great opportunity to earn a competitive rate and gain valuable experience in the logistics sector. The Role: Drive a curtain-side rigid vehicle for multi-drop deliveries and collections. Deliver full pallets—mostly forklifted, with occasional tail lift and pallet truck use. Complete all delivery notes and paperwork accurately. Provide excellent customer service and represent the company professionally. What We’re Looking For: A valid UK Class 2 (Cat C) driving license. CPC and Digital Tachograph cards. Maximum of 9 penalty points (minor...

Cost Controller for a major offshore wind project in Scotland Responsibilities Deliver, maintain, and manage robust cost management frameworks, procedures, and tools with responsibility for accurate project cost reporting and analysis. Develop and maintain project budgets and cost reports on behalf of the Project/Package Managers ensuring EAC (Estimate at Completion) forecasts are available at a suitable level for each financial month end, board meetings, and lenders construction reports. Monitor and control project actuals, value of work done (VOWD), commitments and forecast costs against approved budgets and prepare accurate project reports for senior management. Responsible for maintaining a robust change control process within the project and recommend actions accordingly. Support package managers in variation orders (VOs) process and drawdowns from project contingency funds. Liaise with Planning to ensure accurate and timely control and forecasting of budgets and ensure...

Senior Quantity Surveyor with experience of working for Tier 1 civil engineering contractors required for long term contract opportunity. This role will see you work on several frameworks that are being delivered across Kent and Hampshire. All are being delivered using the NEC Option C & E contracts so experience of using these clauses is a must. Key Responsibilities: Delivery of quantity surveying services across multiple projects Manage and oversee financial aspects of NEC4 Option C and E contracts Work with the transport team to ensure project delivery meets contractual and financial goals Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and cash flow forecasts Administer change management and value engineering processes Conduct risk analysis and provide mitigation strategies Liaise with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to maintain strong working relationships Prepare and present detailed financial reports and documentation Job Requirements: Proven experience in quantity...