Thorn Baker is currently working with an award winning regional commercial contractor covering a variety of new build and Refurb projects across the South West. With a growing portfolio and 2025 looking like their busiest year yet they are looking for Estimator to join them across the Swindon Region working on a variety of projects across Health care, Education and Commercial projects to name a few. What's in it for you: Competitive Salary Great Benefits package including Car allowance Award Winning working environment Investment in professional training and development Your Responsibilities: Accurate calculation of quantities and prices where required Preparation of Detailed Contractors Proposals in accordance with internal designs, client information and employers' requirements Work closely and alongside the pre-construction team to develop logistics proposals and with sales team personnel to ensure clients expectations are met Be commercially astute and recognise limitations of the scope to ensure qualifications are aligned, risk management of projects are suitably costs and or qualified Create enquiry packages including detailed scope of works and attendances to meet the clients brief, issue and engage with supply chain and manage the prompt return of information. Prepare tender evaluation schedules of subcontract tender returns, to table at settlement meetings to ensure team fully understand risk and opportunity of packages Able to read and understand construction drawings, schedules, room data sheets, NBS documents and carry out detailed measurement and take off from tender information Understand and apply mark-up / margin Prepare tender return documentation including CSA, prelims breakdowns, margin analysis and VE schedules Assist to develop and evolve supply chain to serve the different market sectors Maintain accurate records and electronic data and manage multiple projects concurrently and meet deadlines without compromising the accuracy or quality of the estimate. Required Skills: Minimum 3 years' experience in an equal / similar role, from within a Design and Build, Main Contracting background. HNC/HND or Degree Level in Construction preferred Highly numerate with a good understanding of current construction rates Have excellent organisational and time management skills. A strong capability in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Estimating Software Packages) Ability to work on projects from early stages through from PCSA to full contract award working closely with both internal and external team members, clients and clients' representatives KEY SKILLS: Estimator, Commercial, Build, Refurb, New build, Construction For more information on the role please contact Becky at Thorn Baker on or email: