Estimator

Estimator Location: Dronfield, S18 Salary: £50,000 - £70,000 per annum Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Barker Ross are recruiting for an experienced Estimator to join a well-established construction contractor based in…

Pay rate £50,000 – £70,000/year
Job type Temporary
Posted 22 September 2026

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Estimator

Location: Dronfield, S18
Salary: £50,000 - £70,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Barker Ross are recruiting for an experienced Estimator to join a well-established construction contractor based in Dronfield.

The business has a strong track record of delivering medium to large-scale construction projects across the commercial and healthcare sectors, including refurbishments, new build schemes and Design & Build projects.

This is a permanent opportunity for an Estimator looking to join a busy and established team, with the chance to take ownership of tenders and play a key part in the continued growth of the business.

The Role

As Estimator, your responsibilities will include:

Managing tenders from initial enquiry through to final submission

Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation

Preparing accurate cost estimates and bills of quantities

Obtaining and comparing subcontractor, labour, plant and material quotations

Negotiating with suppliers and subcontractors to secure competitive pricing

Producing detailed and consistent cost breakdowns

Attending site visits and meetings where required

Working closely with project managers, site teams, design teams and procurement

Supporting improvements to estimating processes and cost control

Assisting with commercial decisions to help maximise project profitability

Projects are predominantly located around Sheffield and the surrounding areas, including Rotherham, Chesterfield, Mansfield, Newark and Nottingham.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone with:

Previous experience working as an Estimator within the construction industry

Experience with refurbishment, commercial new build and Design & Build projects

A strong understanding of construction methods and site requirements

Experience reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documents

Strong numerical and analytical skills

Good negotiation and communication abilities

Excellent attention to detail

The ability to manage deadlines and multiple tenders

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Experience using Causeway would be advantageous, although not essential

Knowledge of framework agreements would also be beneficial

A full UK driving licence

Package

Salary of £50,000 - £70,000 per annum, dependent on experience

Permanent, full-time position

22 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company car or vehicle allowance

Company mobile phone

Contract award bonus scheme, dependent on salary

Pension scheme

One day working from home per week, subject to agreement

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established construction business offering long-term stability, varied projects and the opportunity to develop within the company.

For more information or to apply, please contact Lucy at Barker Ross.

Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business

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