Axis CLC
Estimator
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Concept, part of Axis CLC, is one of the UK’s leading property service specialists, delivering expert property maintenance, refurbishment and compliance services across complex and highly regulated environments. Established in 2003 and backed by the wider strength of Axis CLC, operating from 23 UK offices with more than 2,500 employees and over 110 years of combined experience. Concept supports clients across Defence, Education, Healthcare and Critical National Infrastructure, delivering safe, compliant solutions across a wide range of essential property services.
We are recruiting for an Estimator to join our Southwest team, supporting new build, refurbishment and building fabric projects across a range of public sector and commercial environments.
The Role
As an Estimator, you will be responsible for managing new build, refurbishment and building fabric tenders valued between £50k to £10m, from initial enquiry through to final submission and handover to the delivery team.
Our work is predominantly refurbishment, and internal building fabric works across multiple sectors, and we typically run a number of projects at any one time. This role would suit someone who is organised, commercially aware, and confident managing several live tenders simultaneously.
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The Estimator will play a key role in ensuring tenders are priced accurately, risks are identified, and competitive submissions are prepared for client review.
Responsibilities
As an Estimator, your responsibilities will include:
- Reviewing tender documentation and assessing project scope
- Ensuring all relevant information is available to price projects accurately
- Attending site visits and pre-tender meetings with clients
- Carrying out detailed take-offs for refurbishment and fabric works
- Producing Bills of Quantities (BQs)
- Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations
- Analysing subcontractor returns to ensure compliance and best value
- Identifying and capturing risks within the pricing
- Clearly setting out clarifications and exclusions
- Preparing comprehensive cost plans and presenting them to management for sign-off
- Managing and tracking multiple refurbishment tenders simultaneously
- Working closely with colleagues, clients, contractors, suppliers and the design team throughout the tender process
- Supporting the smooth handover of secured projects to the operations team
About You
To succeed as an Estimator, you will demonstrate:
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- Proven experience working as an Estimator within new build, refurbishment or building fabric works
- Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications and schedules
- Strong knowledge of measurement and take-off processes
- Experience managing multiple live tenders simultaneously
- Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal
- Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Excel
- Knowledge of Microsoft Project (desirable)
What We Offer
- £55,000 - £75,000 Depending upon experience
- 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
- Pension scheme enrolment
- Onsite parking
- Private medical care
Why Axis CLC?
Joining Axis CLC means being part of a national organisation that delivers essential services across housing, education, healthcare, defence and commercial property. You’ll be joining a team that values reliability, quality and social impact, offering long-term stability, meaningful work and genuine opportunities to grow and progress in your career.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Many faces, one Axis CLC. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.
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