Estimator in Bristol, Gloucestershire

Estimator / Senior Estimator – Refurbishment & Fit-Out

Location:             Bristol (Hybrid Working – 3 Days from Home)

Salary:                £55,000 – £75,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits

Sector:                Main Contracting / Refurbishment / Fit-Out

Start                    Date: ASAP

The Company

Our client is an established and growing regional main contractor delivering refurbishment, fit-out and general construction projects across Bristol and the South West.

Working across commercial, education, hospitality, retail and public-sector environments, the company has developed an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality projects and maintaining strong client relationships.

Typical project values range from £100k to £400k, with larger schemes extending beyond £1m.

The business offers an excellent working environment, combining the variety and autonomy of a regional contractor with a genuinely flexible hybrid working policy.

Employees benefit from working remotely three days per week, with just one to two days required in the Bristol office.

Estimator / Senior Estimator – The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Estimator or Senior Estimator to join the company’s busy pre-construction team.

The role involves managing multiple tenders simultaneously across a diverse range of refurbishment, fit-out and general building projects.

With tender periods typically around four weeks, the successful candidate must be comfortable progressing two or three tenders concurrently, switching between projects and managing competing deadlines.

This position would suit a highly organised, commercially minded Estimator who thrives in a varied, fast-paced main contracting environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing competitive tenders for refurbishment, fit-out and general construction projects.
• Managing multiple tender submissions simultaneously.
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Preparing detailed cost estimates and pricing schedules.
• Undertaking site visits and assessing project requirements.
• Obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Identifying value engineering opportunities and alternative construction methods.
• Assessing programme requirements, logistics and project risks.
• Liaising with clients, consultants and the operational team.
• Managing tender queries, clarifications and submissions.
• Supporting tender handovers following successful project awards.
• Maintaining accurate estimating records and cost information.

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience as an Estimator or Senior Estimator within a main contractor.
• Ideally experienced in refurbishment, fit-out or general contracting.
• Comfortable managing two or three tenders concurrently.
• Experience pricing projects from £100k to £1m+.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, subcontractor packages and pricing.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to prioritise effectively and work to demanding tender deadlines.
• Commercially astute, detail-oriented and confident working independently.
• A proactive, adaptable and professional approach.

The Package

• Salary £55,000 – £75,000 depending on experience.
• Car allowance and additional benefits.
• Hybrid working – three days per week from home.
• Just one to two days in the Bristol office.
• Excellent variety of projects and sectors.
• Supportive and collaborative pre-construction team.
• Genuine autonomy and opportunities for career progression.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced construction Estimator looking for a varied and rewarding position with an established regional contractor offering genuine flexibility and an excellent salary package.

Apply today for a confidential discussion.