Salary: £40,000 - £55,000

Location: Essex

Employment Type: Full-Time

Overview

A growing specialist contractor within the structural steel and architectural metalwork sector is looking to expand its estimating team. The business is seeking an Estimator with solid, hands-on experience in steelwork projects. While this does not need to be a senior-level role, strong industry knowledge and the ability to confidently manage estimating tasks are essential.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive, expanding team where your technical input and commercial insight will help shape upcoming projects and contribute to continued business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates, take-offs, and bills of quantities for structural and architectural steelwork packages.
• Review drawings, specifications, and tender documentation to develop clear, competitive pricing.
• Obtain and assess quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Prepare tender submissions, budgets, and cost plans.
• Liaise closely with internal teams—including design, project management, and contracts—to ensure alignment throughout pre-construction.
• Attend site visits where required to better understand scope, constraints, and buildability.
• Support value-engineering initiatives and alternative design proposals.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of estimating processes, tools, and procedures.

Requirements

• Strong experience in structural and/or architectural metalwork estimating is essential.
• Background within steelwork fabrication, construction, or a related pre-construction discipline.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, fabrication details, and technical specifications.
• Competent in producing take-offs, BoQs, and detailed cost breakdowns.
• Strong commercial awareness with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident communicator able to collaborate effectively with colleagues, clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Able to manage workloads, meet deadlines, and work both independently and as part of a team.

Desirable

• Experience with 3D modelling or estimating software used within the steelwork industry.
• Exposure to both architectural finishing steelwork and heavier structural steel packages.
• Willingness to support junior colleagues or contribute to knowledge-sharing within the team.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Opportunity to join a growing, well-structured steelwork specialist.
• Supportive team environment with scope for progression into senior roles.
• Involvement in varied and technically interesting projects across the architectural and structural steel sectors.