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Construction Estimator

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Posted on Jun 26, 2026 by CV-Library
Silksworth, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Contract/Project
Summary

NRL are looking for an experienced Construction Estimator to join a national contractor’s Preconstruction Team, working on major projects and advanced facilities. This role is ideal for someone with proven expertise in tendering, who thrives on delivering accurate and competitive bids. You’ll play a key part in shaping high-value projects and contributing to successful outcomes.

Location and Working Pattern

Sunderland, based, hybrid working negotiable. Full-time, approx. 40 hours per week.

Client Overview

Our client is a leading national contractor, recognised for delivering complex major projects and advanced facility solutions. They are committed to high-quality standards and innovation across their operations.

Responsibilities

Prepare detailed and competitive tenders in line with company procedures and submission requirements.
Ensure all estimating processes and governance are followed through to tender settlement.
Develop quantified schedules of rates and bills of quantities in collaboration with commercial team.
Analyse tender documentation for accurate pricing and risk identification.
Produce tender summaries to support internal review and decision-making.
Attend and contribute to pre-price, price and tender adjudication meetings.
Prepare for settlement meetings, covering key elements such as risk registers, preliminaries and labour rates.
Support value engineering opportunities and cost efficiency initiatives.
Collaborate across internal teams to align estimating, commercial and delivery functions.Must‑have Requirements

Proven experience in estimating within the construction sector.
Strong understanding of tendering processes, cost planning and commercial principles.
Experience producing bills of quantities and schedules of rates.
Strong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.Nice‑to‑have Skills

Experience working on large-scale construction or infrastructure projects.
Familiarity with estimating software and cost databases, ideally Conquest.

The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.

We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer. You can ensure you stay safe when job searching online by visiting the JobsAware website

Reference: 225299156

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Construction Estimator

CV-Library

Posted on Jun 26, 2026 by CV-Library

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Silksworth, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Contract/Project
Summary

NRL are looking for an experienced Construction Estimator to join a national contractor’s Preconstruction Team, working on major projects and advanced facilities. This role is ideal for someone with proven expertise in tendering, who thrives on delivering accurate and competitive bids. You’ll play a key part in shaping high-value projects and contributing to successful outcomes.

Location and Working Pattern

Sunderland, based, hybrid working negotiable. Full-time, approx. 40 hours per week.

Client Overview

Our client is a leading national contractor, recognised for delivering complex major projects and advanced facility solutions. They are committed to high-quality standards and innovation across their operations.

Responsibilities

Prepare detailed and competitive tenders in line with company procedures and submission requirements.
Ensure all estimating processes and governance are followed through to tender settlement.
Develop quantified schedules of rates and bills of quantities in collaboration with commercial team.
Analyse tender documentation for accurate pricing and risk identification.
Produce tender summaries to support internal review and decision-making.
Attend and contribute to pre-price, price and tender adjudication meetings.
Prepare for settlement meetings, covering key elements such as risk registers, preliminaries and labour rates.
Support value engineering opportunities and cost efficiency initiatives.
Collaborate across internal teams to align estimating, commercial and delivery functions.Must‑have Requirements

Proven experience in estimating within the construction sector.
Strong understanding of tendering processes, cost planning and commercial principles.
Experience producing bills of quantities and schedules of rates.
Strong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.Nice‑to‑have Skills

Experience working on large-scale construction or infrastructure projects.
Familiarity with estimating software and cost databases, ideally Conquest.

The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.

We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer. You can ensure you stay safe when job searching online by visiting the JobsAware website
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