Estimator

Estimator Bedford

Salary: £65,000 + Benefits

Working hours: 8.30- 5 Monday to Thursday and 8.30-4.30 on Friday

Why This Role Is a Great Opportunity

This is your chance to join a long-established, privately owned contractor with a strong reputation across the Home Counties. Known for delivering education, leisure, and commercial schemes up to £5m, they ve built lasting client relationships by working collaboratively to achieve the best results. Many of their employees have been with them for years, thanks to a culture that values and develops staff.

• Career Growth: Tailored progression plans and ongoing development opportunities.
• Team Culture: Supportive, collaborative environment with long-standing colleagues.
• Reputation & Stability: A trusted contractor with repeat clients who actively seek them out.
• Competitive Package: £65,000 salary, car allowance or company car, pension, bonus, and wellbeing support.

The Role Estimator

You ll play a key role in preparing accurate, well-thought-out tenders for general contracting schemes in the £1 5m range. Working closely with a skilled commercial team, you ll ensure bids are competitive, detailed, and aligned with client expectations.

You will be working across new build and refurbishment schemes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and submit tenders for projects across education, leisure, and commercial sectors.
• Work collaboratively with the commercial team to ensure accuracy and competitiveness.
• Build strong relationships with clients and suppliers.
• Contribute to the company s ethos of delivering quality and value.

The Right Person

• 4+ years experience as an Estimator in the construction industry.
• Relevant construction qualification.
• Minimum grade C in GCSE Maths.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work 8 5 in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Estimator looking to step into a role with excellent pay, benefits, and long-term career prospects. You ll be joining a contractor that truly values its people and has a proven track record of success across the Home Counties.