Estimator

Estimator – Construction / Build / Civils

Location: Glasgow or Edinburgh

Employment Type: Permanent

Overview

Smart City Recruiters are supporting a respected, multi‑disciplinary contractor with a strong track record delivering high‑quality projects across education, defence, commercial, industrial, and public‑sector frameworks. With a robust pipeline and continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Estimator to join their Pre‑Construction team.

This is a key role within a collaborative, commercially focused environment — ideal for someone who takes pride in accurate pricing, clear communication, and contributing to successful work‑winning outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for new build, refurbishment, and multi‑disciplinary construction projects.
• Analyse drawings, specifications, bills of quantities, and tender documentation.
• Carry out take‑offs and quantify materials, labour, plant, and subcontractor requirements.
• Engage with supply chain partners to obtain competitive quotations and assess value engineering opportunities.
• Identify project risks, constraints, and commercial considerations, providing clear recommendations to senior stakeholders.
• Support tender strategy, bid submissions, and pre‑construction planning.
• Work closely with Design, Planning, Commercial, and Delivery teams to ensure alignment and accuracy.
• Maintain up‑to‑date cost databases, benchmarking information, and estimating tools.
• Contribute to tender adjudication meetings and present cost breakdowns where required.
• Ensure all estimating activity aligns with company standards, governance, and quality expectations.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience as an Estimator within construction, build, or civil engineering.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, materials, and supply chain dynamics.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and contractual documentation.
• Proficient in estimating software and Microsoft Excel; familiarity with digital take‑off tools is advantageous.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of market rates, procurement, and risk.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• Highly organised, detail‑driven, and comfortable working to deadlines.
• Experience working on public‑sector frameworks, D&B projects, or complex multi‑disciplinary schemes is beneficial.

Personal Attributes

• Analytical thinker with strong numerical skills.
• Confident, professional, and commercially astute.
• Collaborative team player with a proactive approach.
• Able to challenge assumptions constructively and contribute to strategic decision‑making.
• Committed to quality, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to join a stable, reputable contractor with long‑term frameworks and repeat clients.
• Supportive team culture with genuine progression opportunities.
• Exposure to diverse projects across education, defence, commercial, and public‑sector sectors.

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