SUMMARY:

Location: Woburn Road Industrial Estate
Job Type: Permanent
Pay Rate: £0
Category: Estimator
ID: 1669

JOB DESCRIPTION

Redrock Recruitment require for their client a Pre Construction Estimator to join a multidisciplinary construction services and electrical contracting business, delivering expert solutions across building, engineering, fit-out, refurbishment, commercial interiors, electrical, AV, and data services. Our integrated approach ensures seamless project delivery, tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients
At Prime Atlantic Group, we are committed to creating a dynamic and inclusive workplace where our talented team can grow, develop, and excel in their careers. Our team is built on expertise and a passion for excellence, ensuring that we consistently deliver top-tier results.
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Pre-construction Estimating Manager to lead and coordinate all aspects of the pre-construction phase, including estimating, budgeting, planning, and early-stage project development. This individual will play a critical role in bridging client needs, design intent, and construction feasibility—laying the groundwork for successful project delivery.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Proven experience as a construction estimator within the commercial construction sector
• Min NVQ level 3 diploma in construction contracting operations (estimator)
• CSCS card -
• Experience with estimating / full tender submission process
• Good attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• IT literate

• Analysing and interpretation of project information
• Preparation of estimates and bid proposals on commercial construction projects for work values up to £3m
• Accurately calculating take-offs from drawings including labour and materials
• Understanding of the planning and sequencing of construction of projects
• Communication with clients to clarify unclear specifications/wording through RFI’s
• Coordination with sub-contractors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing used for bid submission
• Participation in site reviews, tender reviews, tender hand-over and project close out meetings as needed
• Use of in-house pricing and quoting system to deliver accurate estimates
• Undertaking site surveys and attend site visits as and when required
• Support the business unit led and report back weekly