Time Recruitment
Estimator
Estimator at Time Recruitment, based in Ossett, Yorkshire and Humberside, paying £36,000 - £40,000 per annum. This is a contract role with hybrid working.
- Pay
- £36,000 - £40,000 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Contract · Hybrid
- Location
- Ossett, Yorkshire and Humberside
- Closing date
- Sector
- Construction & Trades
29% below the typical rate for construction & trades
Reference 57539214
About the role
Estimator
West Yorkshire (Leeds/Wakefield/Dewsbury/Huddersfield)
£36,000 - £40,000 per annum
Monday to Friday | 8:00am - 4:30pm
Office Based | Hybrid Working Available Following Probation
Laptop Provided
Ready to build a career with a growing business where your estimates directly shape project success?
We're looking for an ambitious and detail-focused Estimator to join a busy commercial team in West Yorkshire. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong construction estimating experience who enjoys working with numbers, analysing project costs, and producing competitive tenders for a variety of construction projects.
You'll play a key role in securing new work by preparing accurate cost estimates, reviewing tender opportunities, liaising with subcontractors and suppliers, and supporting the successful delivery of projects from pre-construction through to handover.
The Role
As Estimator, you will be responsible for:
- Preparing detailed cost estimates covering labour, materials, plant, equipment and subcontractor costs
- Reviewing drawings, specifications, bills of quantities and tender documentation
- Carrying out quantity take-offs from construction drawings
- Obtaining, reviewing and comparing supplier and subcontractor quotations
- Negotiating costs, terms and commercial arrangements with suppliers and subcontractors
- Producing accurate and competitive tender submissions
- Identifying value engineering opportunities and cost-saving solutions
- Assessing commercial and project risks within estimates
- Liaising with clients, architects, consultants and internal project teams
- Monitoring market rates, material costs and labour trends
- Supporting project handovers with pricing breakdowns and tender information
- Working to strict tender deadlines while maintaining accuracy
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience in an Estimator position within construction
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills and confidence working with spreadsheets
- Excellent numerical and analytical abilities
- Ability to interpret construction drawings and technical specifications
- Experience using estimating software
- Strong commercial awareness and financial understanding
- Good negotiation and communication skills
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines simultaneously
- Understanding of construction methods, materials and procurement processes
What's On Offer?
Salary of £36,000 - £40,000 per annum
Monday to Friday working hours
Laptop provided
Opportunity to work closely with experienced construction professionals
Long-term career progression
Hybrid working available following successful onboarding period
Supportive and collaborative working environment
If you're an Estimator based in Leeds, Wakefield, Dewsbury, Huddersfield or surrounding areas and are looking for a fresh challenge with a growing business, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today for immediate consideration.
Reference: 57539214 · Posted 1 day ago · Closes 18 Dec 2026 · Listed via Time Recruitment
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