Job title: Bid Manager/Estimator
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Building and Construction
Salary type: Annual
Salary from: negotiable
Salary to: GBP £70,000.00
Location: Bristol
Job ID: 32372
Contact name: Scott Taylor
Phone number: +447341152366
Contact email: scott@jtsearch.com

Job Description

Overview

We are looking for a dedicated Estimator to join our clients team, this is a key role for a number of projects across the region.

Responsibilities

  • Identify new job opportunities
  • Fill out pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQs) when needed
  • Take full responsibility for managing and completing tender submissions, ensuring deadlines and priorities are met
  • Review drawings and documents to work out detailed cost estimates
  • Measure work needed and prepare bills of quantities, or use the client’s provided documents to price the job
  • Work with clients to answer questions and manage changes during the tender process
  • Visit sites to better understand the work involved
  • Suggest better or more cost-effective materials or methods where possible (value engineering)
  • Review prices from suppliers and subcontractors and analyse the best options
  • Gather feedback on tenders, whether won or lost, to improve future bids
  • Work closely with quantity surveyors, procurement teams, subcontractors, and others
  • Stay informed about current building methods, rules, and laws to ensure all estimates follow the latest standards
  • Promote continuous improvement, encouraging smarter and more efficient ways of working

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or related field
  • Proven experience as an Estimator or similar role
  • Proficiency in estimating software and MS Office
  • Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and regulations
  • Excellent analytical and mathematical skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Attention to detail and accuracy

Day-to-day

  • Reviewing drawings and documents to prepare cost estimates
  • Collaborating with clients to answer questions and manage changes
  • Visiting project sites to better understand the work involved
  • Analysing prices from suppliers and subcontractors
  • Engaging in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance estimating processes