Construction Estimator

Company: Hays
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Location: York
Job Description:

Overview

In this role you will support pre-construction by preparing accurate, competitive tenders for a range of new build and refurbishment schemes. You will work with the Pre-Construction and Commercial teams to shape bids and identify value opportunities, contributing to project wins. You’ll review drawings and specs, gather supplier quotes, and assess risks while building strong supply-chain relationships. This is a regional contractor role with the chance to impact local communities through delivery of education, healthcare, commercial and industrial projects.

Pay / Benefits

  • bonus scheme (6-monthly)
  • car/Car allowance
  • hybrid working arrangements
  • career progression
  • supportive and collaborative working environment
  • competitive salary up to 70,000

Responsibilities

  • Producing detailed cost estimates and tender submissions
  • Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation
  • Obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations
  • Identifying project risks and value engineering opportunities
  • Attending tender review meetings and client presentations
  • Supporting bid strategy and contributing to successful project wins
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with the supply chain

Key requirements

  • Previous Estimator/Senior Estimator experience in construction
  • Background working for a main contractor
  • Experience pricing projects in commercial, healthcare, education or industrial sectors
  • Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and estimating software
  • communication
  • negotiation
  • attention to detail
  • team collaboration
  • Microsoft Office
  • estimating software

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Posted: October 23rd, 2026