About the job

Description

We are recruiting on behalf of an established main contractor with a strong regional presence who are seeking an Experienced Estimator to join their expanding team in Cambridge. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a respected, financially secure business delivering a wide range of projects across sectors such as healthcare, education, defence, R&D, life sciences, commercial, industrial and residential.

The role is office-based in Cambridge, working closely with an experienced Estimating Team while benefiting from flexibility to work from other regional offices when required.

This position suits either:

• An intermediate Estimator looking to progress within a large and stable organisation,

• An experienced Estimator seeking to contribute their expertise to a forward-thinking contractor known for promoting from within.

• Produce cost plans including first-principles pricing

• Take off quantities using Autodesk Design Review

• Lead tender enquiries and prepare detailed work package allocations

• Assess subcontractor quotes, identify scope gaps and propose value-engineering solutions

• Price preliminaries and competitive tenders under guidance of senior team

• Benchmark using data and forecasting tools

• Review commercial and contract information

• Attend client meetings and present tender information

• Prepare risk and opportunity registers

• Conduct site visits and liaise with internal departments for material and labour pricing

• Proven estimating experience within construction (experience in Commercial, MOD, Education or Healthcare sectors advantageous but not essential)

• Familiarity with a range of procurement routes including D&B, Traditional and 2-Stage

• Strong numeracy, commercial awareness and attention to detail

• Excellent communication skills written, verbal and client-facing

• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with Causeway/Excel-based estimating tools desirable

• Highly organised, proactive and able to meet tight deadlines

• Full UK driving licence

• Competitive salary (negotiable DOE)

• Company car or car allowance

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service)

• Contributory pension scheme

• Free parking

• Reward and discount platform access

• Support for professional development and further training

• Standard hours: 8:15am 5:00pm, Monday to Friday