Estimator in Mitcham

Estimator
£40,000–£60,000 DOE + pension, private healthcare & benefits
South London | Hybrid | Permanent

Our client is a well-established specialist contractor working in concrete and structural repair. They deliver technically varied projects on buildings, bridges and infrastructure for a strong, repeat client base.

They’re looking for an Estimator to join their South East estimating team, working alongside and learning from experienced senior estimators. It’s a good opportunity for someone early in their estimating career to build specialist knowledge, with real support and a clear route to progress. The role is hybrid, typically 3 days in the office once you’re settled in, with regular site visits.

The role

• Produce tenders and quotations for specialist repair and protection works, supporting senior colleagues on larger schemes
• Review tender documentation and help identify risks and opportunities
• Carry out site visits to measure, photograph and assess site constraints
• Prepare take-offs from drawings and compile defect schedules
• Issue subcontract and materials enquiries and analyse the quotations received
• Build estimates for labour, plant, materials and subcontract costs
• Keep tender records and follow tenders through from enquiry to order
• Work with the contracts and commercial teams, clients and the supply chain

What we’re looking for

• Some estimating, quantity surveying or commercial experience in construction or civil engineering
• Engineers or surveyors from concrete repair, structural survey or testing backgrounds looking to move into estimating are also encouraged to apply
• An understanding of construction methods and materials
• Some exposure to NEC or JCT and methods of measurement (CRAMM a bonus)
• Strong Excel and numerical skills, with good attention to detail
• A degree in civil engineering or a related discipline is advantageous
• Full UK driving licence

What’s on offer

• £40,000–£60,000 depending on experience
• Pension with employer matching
• Private healthcare and life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance
• Structured training and career development
• Hybrid working

If you’re an Estimator or Assistant Estimator looking to specialise, or a civil or structural engineer keen to move into estimating, we’d like to hear from you.