Estimator

Estimator – Main Contractor – City of London

Salary/Package: £65,000 – £85,000 + Full Travel Expenses, Private Medical, Pension Contribution, Annual Leave

O’Neill & Brennan are currently working with a well-established and highly respected main contractor who are seeking to appoint an Estimator to join their growing pre-construction team based in the City of London.

Having experienced significant growth over recent years, the business has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects across the build sector and has secured an excellent pipeline of both live opportunities and upcoming tenders. As a result, they are looking to strengthen their estimating function with the appointment of an ambitious and commercially astute Estimator.

This represents an excellent opportunity to join a stable and forward-thinking contractor with a healthy order book, strong client relationships and genuine long-term career prospects.

Role Overview

• Title: Estimator
• Location: City of London
• Salary: £65,000 – £85,000 + Package
• Start: ASAP (flexible for the right candidate)
• Type: Permanent

Responsibilities

• Preparing detailed and competitive tender submissions for a variety of construction projects.
• Reviewing tender documentation including drawings, specifications and employer's requirements.
• Undertaking quantity take-offs and preparing accurate cost plans and estimates.
• Obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Identifying project risks, opportunities and value engineering proposals.
• Liaising with operational, commercial and pre-construction teams throughout the bid process.
• Supporting bid presentations and client interviews where required.
• Maintaining estimating databases and contributing to continuous improvement within the pre-construction function.

Requirements

• Previous experience working as an Estimator within a main contracting environment.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, procurement routes and pricing strategies.
• Experience producing estimates across new build and/or refurbishment projects.
• Excellent numerical, analytical and commercial skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

What's on Offer

• Salary of £65,000 – £85,000 depending on experience.
• Full travel expenses.
• Private medical cover.
• Employer pension contribution.
• Competitive annual leave entitlement.
• Opportunity to join a growing business with a substantial pipeline of secured and prospective work.
• Long-term career progression within an expanding pre-construction team.

If you're an Estimator looking to join a successful and growing main contractor with an excellent pipeline of work, please contact Ned Scott-Mends on 07552 619 663, or send your CV via email to [email protected].

O’Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality, All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation