Estimator

Posted on 05 August 2026

£60,000 - £80,000/annum + package

At a glance

Job Description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Estimator to join a well-established, privately owned main contractor with an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality construction projects across the South, based in Southampton.

Operating across a diverse range of sectors including residential, commercial, education, healthcare and heritage, the business is recognised for delivering projects to an exceptional standard. While the majority of their current workload is within the high-end residential market, they also undertake a varied portfolio of refurbishment, restoration and new build schemes, with project values typically ranging from £250,000 to £6 million.

With a strong pipeline of secured work and a reputation built on quality, craftsmanship and repeat business, this is an excellent opportunity to join a financially secure contractor that continues to grow.

Estimator Job Description

Working closely with the Pre-Construction and Commercial teams, you'll take ownership of the estimating process from initial enquiry through to tender submission, preparing accurate and competitive cost plans across a variety of projects.

The role offers excellent variety, with involvement in both new build and refurbishment schemes across multiple sectors.

Estimator Key Responsibilities

• Preparing detailed estimates and competitive tender submissions.
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Producing accurate take-offs and cost plans.
• Obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Identifying value engineering opportunities.
• Assessing project risks and commercial opportunities.
• Liaising with clients, consultants, suppliers and subcontractors throughout the tender process.
• Supporting project handovers to the delivery team following successful bids.

Estimator Criteria

To be successful, you'll ideally have:

• Previous experience as an Estimator with a main contractor.
• Experience pricing both new build and refurbishment projects.
• A strong background within the residential sector, ideally including high-end or bespoke developments.
• Exposure to projects valued between £250,000 and £6 million.
• Excellent commercial awareness and strong attention to detail.
• The ability to build strong working relationships with clients, consultants and the wider supply chain.

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £80,000 depending on experience.
• Excellent benefits package.
• Opportunity to join a highly respected privately owned main contractor.
• Diverse portfolio of technically interesting projects.
• Strong pipeline of secured work and repeat clients.
• Supportive, collaborative working environment with genuine long-term career prospects.

If you're looking to join a business where quality comes before volume and where you'll play a key role in securing a diverse range of exciting projects, we'd love to hear from you.

Please apply today or contact Alex Haynes at One Way Resourcing for a confidential discussion on 07442070998 or send your CV directly to alexhaynes@oneway.co.uk

Contact

• Alex Haynes
• 02380981601
• alexhaynes@oneway.co.uk