- We are working on a role for a Senior Estimator to join a Tier 1 business based near Slough. They are an established and well respected business with turnover secured for the next few years they are in the ideal position to be selective about both schemes and clients to focus on. All their work is negotiated directly with the client or minimum 2 stage bid from framework opportunities - they don't take risks and don't buy work for turnover or vanity. They hWe are working on a role for a Senior Estimator to join a Tier 1 business based near Slough. They are an established and well respected business with turnover secured for the next few years they are in the ideal position to be selective about both schemes and clients to focus on. All their work is negotiated directly with the client or minimum 2 stage bid from framework opportunities - they don't take risks and don't buy work for turnover or vanity. They h
- Construction Estimator - Leading Contractor Location: Bristol Are you an experienced and skilled Construction Estimator looking for a new and exciting opportunity? Do want to find a company where you can progress? We have a fantastic position open for a Construction Estimator at a well-established and respected contractor within the area and have some fantastic growth plans for the next 4 years. You truly will be looked after and your career will progressConstruction Estimator - Leading Contractor Location: Bristol Are you an experienced and skilled Construction Estimator looking for a new and exciting opportunity? Do want to find a company where you can progress? We have a fantastic position open for a Construction Estimator at a well-established and respected contractor within the area and have some fantastic growth plans for the next 4 years. You truly will be looked after and your career will progress
- Construction Estimator - Leading Contractor Location: Sherborne, Dorset Are you an experienced and skilled Construction Estimator looking for a new and exciting opportunity? Do want to find a company where you can progress? We have a fantastic position open for a Construction Estimator at a well-established and respected regional contractor within the area and have some fantastic growth plans for the next 4 years. You truly will be looked after and your caConstruction Estimator - Leading Contractor Location: Sherborne, Dorset Are you an experienced and skilled Construction Estimator looking for a new and exciting opportunity? Do want to find a company where you can progress? We have a fantastic position open for a Construction Estimator at a well-established and respected regional contractor within the area and have some fantastic growth plans for the next 4 years. You truly will be looked after and your ca
- Estimators required for a Tier 1 contractor based in Berkshire. The company are one of the most successfully privately owned profitable contractors in the country and their Southern operations are based from their office near Reading and turnover in excess of £1 billion a year. They target schemes between £20 and £50 million on frameworks and repeat business opportunities with long term clients and will also identify and target single stage regen and develEstimators required for a Tier 1 contractor based in Berkshire. The company are one of the most successfully privately owned profitable contractors in the country and their Southern operations are based from their office near Reading and turnover in excess of £1 billion a year. They target schemes between £20 and £50 million on frameworks and repeat business opportunities with long term clients and will also identify and target single stage regen and devel
- We are looking for an experienced Estimator to join an established regional business from their office near Guildford. They turnover in excess of £180 million and target schemes between £1 and £30 million. They have a healthy mix of clients and a significant amount of their work is repeat negotiated work alongside regional and local framework opportunities and competitive tendering for specific targeted projects. Typical projects include schools - both newWe are looking for an experienced Estimator to join an established regional business from their office near Guildford. They turnover in excess of £180 million and target schemes between £1 and £30 million. They have a healthy mix of clients and a significant amount of their work is repeat negotiated work alongside regional and local framework opportunities and competitive tendering for specific targeted projects. Typical projects include schools - both new
- We're working in partnership with our client, a leading and forward-thinking residential developer, to find a talented and commercially minded Estimator to join their growing Commercial team. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of an award-winning business that places innovation, quality, and sustainability at the heart of everything they do.In this pivotal role, you'll play a key part in the early stages of residential development projects - prWe're working in partnership with our client, a leading and forward-thinking residential developer, to find a talented and commercially minded Estimator to join their growing Commercial team. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of an award-winning business that places innovation, quality, and sustainability at the heart of everything they do.In this pivotal role, you'll play a key part in the early stages of residential development projects - pr
- My modular housing company is currently hiring for an Estimator. It is a permanent position that will pay up to €80k DOE.It is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing company and develop in a very promising market in Ireland. Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare detailed cost estimates, including materials, labour, and subcontractor costs, for modular building projects.Review project specifications, drawings, and 3D models to extract quantities and prepare BillsMy modular housing company is currently hiring for an Estimator. It is a permanent position that will pay up to €80k DOE.It is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing company and develop in a very promising market in Ireland. Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare detailed cost estimates, including materials, labour, and subcontractor costs, for modular building projects.Review project specifications, drawings, and 3D models to extract quantities and prepare Bills
- ** ESTIMATOR - INSIDE IR35 - HIGHWAYS/CIVILS EXPERIENCE **We are seeking an experienced Estimator with a strong background in the Highways/Civils sector to join a leading contractor on a Highways management framework in North London.This role is a freelance, 6 month rolling contract which will be based out of North London with the potential of flexible working as well. The chosen candidate will need to have a previous experience in preparing estimates wit** ESTIMATOR - INSIDE IR35 - HIGHWAYS/CIVILS EXPERIENCE **We are seeking an experienced Estimator with a strong background in the Highways/Civils sector to join a leading contractor on a Highways management framework in North London.This role is a freelance, 6 month rolling contract which will be based out of North London with the potential of flexible working as well. The chosen candidate will need to have a previous experience in preparing estimates wit
- We are looking for a Trainee or Assistant Estimator to join an established South Coast business from their head office in Chandlers Ford. They turnover in excess of £25 million and target schemes between £1 and £8 million. They have a healthy mix of clients , a significant amount is repeat negotiated work alongside regional and local framework opportunities and competitive tendering for specific targeted projects. Typical projects include NHS and care markWe are looking for a Trainee or Assistant Estimator to join an established South Coast business from their head office in Chandlers Ford. They turnover in excess of £25 million and target schemes between £1 and £8 million. They have a healthy mix of clients , a significant amount is repeat negotiated work alongside regional and local framework opportunities and competitive tendering for specific targeted projects. Typical projects include NHS and care mark
- We are recruiting for a freelance Design Manager for a Tier 1 contractor based in Slough with a scheme in Newbury.They operate in the framework and negotiated world of main contracting on schools, NHS, local authority and mixed use schemes from £10 to £40 million. The role is to assist the bid team with detailed design analysis for detailed 2nd stage works on a new blue light project and then take the scheme out onto site. You will be working in the regionWe are recruiting for a freelance Design Manager for a Tier 1 contractor based in Slough with a scheme in Newbury.They operate in the framework and negotiated world of main contracting on schools, NHS, local authority and mixed use schemes from £10 to £40 million. The role is to assist the bid team with detailed design analysis for detailed 2nd stage works on a new blue light project and then take the scheme out onto site. You will be working in the region
- Senior Project Manager£85K-£95K plus packageBirminghamBuilding & Construction Sick of the 'blame-game' in construction? As project manager you'll know far too well that the book stops with you. So what do you do when the estimator has priced the job wrong from the start? Suck it up and deliver is what your boss usually expects. Well if you'd rather find a better solution, we may have a job for you. It's for a management contractor rather than a main contraSenior Project Manager£85K-£95K plus packageBirminghamBuilding & Construction Sick of the 'blame-game' in construction? As project manager you'll know far too well that the book stops with you. So what do you do when the estimator has priced the job wrong from the start? Suck it up and deliver is what your boss usually expects. Well if you'd rather find a better solution, we may have a job for you. It's for a management contractor rather than a main contra
- We are recruiting a Precon/Bid manager to join a national contractor based near Southampton. They have exceeded all their targets and budgets for 2025 and 2026 and have secured pipelines of work through til 2028 and due to the volume of opportunities are looking to increase their preconstruction team. They target framework opportunities and are secured on the DFE, Pagabo, SCF and P23 and local authority frameworks and work on bids in the education, healthWe are recruiting a Precon/Bid manager to join a national contractor based near Southampton. They have exceeded all their targets and budgets for 2025 and 2026 and have secured pipelines of work through til 2028 and due to the volume of opportunities are looking to increase their preconstruction team. They target framework opportunities and are secured on the DFE, Pagabo, SCF and P23 and local authority frameworks and work on bids in the education, health
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estimator jobs overview
On this page, you will find a list of our current estimator jobs and an overview of the typical responsibilities and expectations of an estimator. You can compare and filter relevant estimator positions based on specialism, location and salary to find your ideal job match.
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estimator jobs contract types
Estimator jobs are available in the following contract types:
- estimator jobs – permanent: in a permanent position, you work as an estimator for the same company until you retire or resign. This gives you extra job security.
- estimator jobs – temporary: in a temporary position, you work for the same employer for a few months. You can build your analytical skills or even take on a permanent position post-contract.
- estimator jobs – contract: in a contract position, you work as an estimator for a fixed term. This allows you to determine if being an estimator is the right role for you.
- estimator jobs – full-time: in a full-time position, you work standard business hours, usually from 9 am to 5 pm. You maintain a regular routine and enjoy a steady income.
- estimator jobs – part-time: in a part-time position, you work as an estimator for a few hours or days per week. It is ideal if you want a better work-life balance.
If you are looking for a flexible work setting or work-from-home options, remote estimator positions are available.
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about estimator jobs
As an estimator, you determine the costs associated with projects. You analyse construction drawings and specifications and determine the expenses for project completion. After determining the project cost, you recommend ways to reduce expenses. You are also in charge of bidding for contractors and sourcing affordable suppliers for materials.
Would you like to know more about this job? Then check out the estimator job profile page.
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how much does an estimator make in the UK?
You will find more information on the estimator salary on the estimator job profile page. You can also find the salary for each specific job shown here if you click on the description.
how to apply for estimator jobs
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how do I apply for a job as an estimator?
If you are interested in becoming an estimator, a university degree or an apprenticeship is a great place to begin. For information on the qualifications and relevant education needed for the role, see the 'education and qualifications' section of our estimator job profile.
To work as an estimator in the UK, pursue a Higher National Diploma or an undergraduate degree in construction management or quantity surveying. You can also start with an advanced apprenticeship in project controls, which combines on-the-job training with coursework. Many employers require extensive experience, which you obtain by working as a quantity surveyor assistant.
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