About the job

Description

Murray Recruitment are recruiting an Estimator for our client based in Falkirk.

Role Overview

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing organisation within the specialist construction sector. The successful candidate will play a vital role in preparing competitive and profitable tenders, directly contributing to the company’s expanding workload and revenue targets. Working across a wide range of projects, the Estimator will liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective delivery of high-quality tender submissions.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce tenders and quotations for various specialist works including concrete repairs, cathodic protection, resin injection, concrete spraying, hydro demolition, waterproofing, plate bonding, and coatings.
• Maintain and update the CRM database, allocate tender numbers, and distribute tender documentation.
• Conduct tender risk assessments and manage associated procedures.
• Prepare subcontract and material enquiries and analyse quotations.
• Undertake site visits to gather measurements, photographs, and evaluate constraints.
• Extract take-offs from drawings and compile defect schedules.
• Estimate labour requirements and develop programmes using MS Project.
• Collaborate with Contracts, Project and Site Managers, Engineers, Commercial, Estimating, and Marketing teams.
• Attend pre-contract meetings and support quality bid submissions.
• Review contract clauses and raise concerns as necessary.
• Support contract reviews and assist with negotiations upon order receipt.
• Prepare budget estimates and contribute to sustainability and health & safety initiatives.
• Maintain professionalism, integrity, and a high standard of quality in all tasks.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties as required.

Skills & Experience

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and experienced with Microsoft Project.
• Solid understanding of NEC 3 & 4 / JCT construction contract forms.
• Knowledge of construction techniques, materials, market trends, and tendering procedures.
• Familiarity with measurement methods such as CRAMM and Highways.
• Strong commercial awareness, financial insight, and analytical ability.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in a similar estimating role within the construction industry.
• Relevant degree or higher-level qualification.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Internal training in cathodic protection and introduction to temporary works is desirable.

Offering

• Full-time, permanent position with a competitive salary.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for career development and further training.
• Contribution to innovative and sustainable construction projects.
• Standard working hours with holiday entitlement and additional benefits.
• Let me know if you'd like to tailor this for a specific location or salary range.