Estimator

St. Albans, Hertfordshire
Samuel James Recruitment Ltd
Estimator Construction, Refurbishment & Fit-Out Hertfordshire / London Projects

Join a specialist contractor delivering high-quality refurbishments, extensions, and maintenance projects across London and the Home Counties. With a track record in healthcare, education, commercial, and residential sectors, this is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Estimator ready to work on diverse, high-impact schemes ranging from £300k up to £7.5m.

We re seeking an experienced Estimator with a strong background in cut and carve refurbishments on commercial projects.

What You ll Be Doing
As Estimator, you ll play a key role in winning work and shaping profitable, well-scoped tenders for public and private sector clients.

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for refurbishment, new-build and fit-out projects
• Analyse drawings, specifications and employer s requirements to assess project scope
• Liaise with supply chain and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations
• Participate in tender adjudications and value engineering exercises
• Produce tender programmes and identify key project risks and opportunities
• Work collaboratively with Directors, Contracts Managers and Commercial Team to ensure successful handovers

About You
You ll be commercially sharp and experienced in estimating for construction projects between £250k £7.5m.

• Proven experience as an Estimator, Quantity Surveyor (QS), or Pre-Construction professional within main contracting
• Strong background in refurbishment, new build, or fit-out across sectors like healthcare, education or residential
• Familiar with forms of contract including JCT and framework agreements
• Confident in reading technical drawings and preparing tender documentation
• Excellent attention to detail, time management, and negotiation skills
• Proficient with estimating software and Microsoft Office

About the Company
This independently owned contractor is well-established across London and the South East, delivering a wide range of building, refurbishment, and maintenance projects. They are known for high-quality work, strong client relationships, and a hands-on leadership team. Operating in sectors such as healthcare, education, commercial, and residential, they have secured multiple public-sector frameworks and continue to grow through repeat business and reputation.

What s In It For You?

• Salary up to £80,000 + £5,000 car allowance
• Yearly performance-based bonus scheme
• Private healthcare and enhanced pension
• Hybrid working (office/site/home)
• Interesting, varied projects in the public and private sector
• Collaborative team environment with progression opportunities

How to Apply
Ready to take the next step in your estimating career? Apply today and we ll be in touch within 24 hours to discuss your application. This is a great opportunity to join a respected contractor with a strong pipeline of work and supportive leadership. Don t miss out!