Estimator

Estimator – Main Contractor | Residential Projects

Location: Central London

Salary: £85,000-£100,000 per annum

Employment: Permanent, Full-Time

Ridgeway & Co Recruitment are seeking an experienced Estimator to join an established construction main contractor operating across Central London.

The successful candidate will play a key role in pricing residential and mixed-use construction opportunities, working alongside the pre-construction and commercial teams to develop competitive and commercially sound tenders.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates and tender submissions.
• Review drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Complete quantity take-offs and build-up rates.
• Obtain and analyse subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Identify tender risks, opportunities and value engineering options.
• Attend tender meetings and coordinate with design, planning and commercial teams.
• Support project handovers following successful tender awards.

Requirements

• Previous estimating experience within a main contractor.
• Strong knowledge of residential or mixed-use construction.
• Ability to price multiple construction packages.
• Excellent understanding of construction methodologies and procurement.
• Strong numerical, analytical and communication skills.
• Experience using estimating software and Excel.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunity to work on significant London construction tenders.
• Established pre-construction team.
• Long-term progression opportunities.

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