Estimator

Job Title: Estimator
Location: Bishop’s Stortford, Hertfordshire
Salary: Up to £65,000 per annum (DOE)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Join One of Hertfordshire’s Leading Construction Firms – A Career-Building Opportunity Awaits

Are you an experienced Estimator looking to take the next step in your career? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, high-performing environment where your attention to detail and commercial insight can make a real impact? If so, we want to hear from you.

Our client is a well-established, highly respected construction company based in Hertfordshire, with a strong presence across the South East. Due to sustained growth and a healthy order book, they are now seeking a driven, proactive Estimator to join their team in Bishop’s Stortford. This is a permanent, full-time position offering long-term stability and excellent career progression.

About the Company Operating for over [insert years if known] years, this company has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects across residential, commercial, mixed-use, and education sectors. With a collaborative team culture, investment in innovation, and a commitment to employee development, this is an ideal environment for construction professionals looking to grow their career.

Key Responsibilities As an Estimator, you’ll play a crucial role in the pre-construction phase of projects, ensuring accurate, competitive, and profitable tenders are submitted.

Your duties will include:

Preparing detailed cost estimates for new tenders across a variety of sectors

Conducting thorough analysis of tender documentation including drawings, specifications, and bill of quantities

Liaising with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing and assess value engineering opportunities

Working closely with project managers, designers, and quantity surveyors to develop accurate cost plans and budgets

Attending site visits and pre-tender meetings as required

Identifying and mitigating risks associated with cost, programme, or procurement

Assisting in the handover of successful tenders to delivery teams

About You We’re looking for someone with:

Minimum 3-5 years' experience in a similar Estimator role within the construction industry

A solid understanding of UK construction methods, building regulations, and procurement processes

Experience pricing both new-build and refurbishment projects (preferred)

Proficiency in estimating software (such as Conquest, Causeway, or similar) and Microsoft Excel

Excellent commercial acumen and attention to detail

Strong negotiation and communication skills

The ability to work independently and manage multiple tenders simultaneously

What’s on OfferCompetitive Salary: Up to £65,000 per annum, depending on experience

Permanent Role: Long-term opportunity with a financially stable and growing business

Career Progression: Clear pathways for advancement within the estimating and commercial teams

Supportive Culture: A collaborative team with strong leadership and open communication

Convenient Location: Office based in Bishop’s Stortford, with flexible travel to sites as required

If this is something of interest, please apply online or send your CV directly to Abbie at CBW Staffing Solutions.