Estimator

Estimator South Birmingham Our client, a leading construction company, is looking to appoint an Estimator to join their team in South Birmingham. This role would suit either an experienced Estimator or a Quantity Surveyor seeking to move away from site-based work into a pre-construction position. The Role You will lead and manage tenders from initial enquiry through to handover, ensuring commercially sound, competitive and compliant submissions. Working closely with internal teams and the supply chain, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality bids. In return my client is offering:  Competitive salary  Company car allowance / EV car scheme Annual bonus  25 days holiday + bank holidays (increases with service) 6% Pension contribution  Private healthcare Life insurance  Ideal candidate: Degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying, Construction or Engineering Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience (Estimator or similar construction role) Strong commercial awareness and understanding of construction processes Proficient in Microsoft Office Analytical, organised and detail-focused Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach Able to work under pressure and committed to continuous improvement Duties include: Lead tender processes, including pricing and supply chain enquiries Identify value engineering opportunities and mitigate risk Monitor tender progress and report against estimating plans Maintain and update cost data, quotations and framework rates Prepare detailed handover documentation for delivery teams Ensure compliance with company quality, environmental and health & safety standards V7 Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. All applications will be considered solely on merit and suitability for the role. Please note that by applying for this position you are giving consent for V7 Recruitment to process and store your personal data in line with our Privacy Policy. We may contact you about this and other suitable opportunities. You can request your data to be removed at any time by contacting us