Construction Estimator

Construction Estimator

Eastleigh

£45,000 to £50,000

Following a highly successful start to 2026 and continued expansion across the South of England, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Construction Estimator to join a thriving and ambitious team.

This is a full-time, permanent position with flexibility to be based from offices in Portishead, Exeter, Yeovil, or Eastleigh.

The Role

The successful candidate will play a key role in securing and delivering profitable projects by producing accurate and competitive estimates across a range of commercial building and property services works.

Key responsibilities include:

• Visiting sites and carrying out detailed assessments.
• Reviewing tender documentation, drawings, contracts, bills of quantities, and specifications.
• Preparing accurate cost estimates covering labour, materials, plant, subcontractors, and associated project costs.
• Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations.
• Supporting bid submissions and tender negotiations.
• Identifying opportunities to maximise value and profitability.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• A minimum of 3 years' estimating experience within the construction, commercial building, or property services sector.
• At least 2 years' post-graduate experience in an estimating role.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and project delivery.
• Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
• Experience working with suppliers, subcontractors, and clients.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and communication skills.
• HND, degree, or equivalent qualification in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline.
• Experience using Causeway estimating software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• A proactive, organised, and self-motivated approach.
• A full UK driving licence.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary (negotiable depending on experience).
• Pension scheme.
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Annual Christmas shutdown.
• Employee discounts with key suppliers.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Support towards professional qualifications.
• Clear opportunities for career progression within a growing business.

If you're an ambitious Estimator looking to join a forward-thinking organisation with a strong pipeline of work and genuine opportunities for development, we'd love to hear from you.