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Job Title


Estimator/Senior Estimator


Company : Bennett and Game


Location : Fareham, England


Created : 2026-03-12


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job Description A well-established building envelope principal contractor are looking to appoint an Estimator to join a busy and growing team. This is a brilliant opportunity for an Estimator who enjoys fast paced tendering, variety of work, and the satisfaction of seeing projects move quickly from enquiry to delivery.The business delivers projects ranging from 25k to 20 million across the UK and has built a strong reputation through long-term client relationships, consistent quality and a practical, solutions-led approach. Based in a modern head office environment in Whiteley, you will play a key role in pricing, primarily, faade remediation projects typically between 1m and 20m, with a particular focus on flat roof refurbishment works.This role offers genuine visibility and impact. You will work closely with senior leadership and account management, giving you a clear voice in how work is priced, won and handed over. If you are looking for a company where good performance is recognised, where you can develop your estimating skillset, and where you can build a long-term career in a stable and supportive environment, this one is well worth a conversation.Estimator Salary & BenefitsSalary: 55,000 to 80,000 Depending on experienceLocation: Whiteley (Head Office based role)25-30 days holiday + Bank HolidaysHybrid Working AvailablePension SchemeCompany Bonus SchemeCritical illness coverTeam Social EventsCompany events and supportive social environmentComprehensive in-house and external Training and DevelopmentAccess to Udemy and training coursesCharity Fundraising DaysOffice facilities including stocked kitchen and showerEstimator Job OverviewPrepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for faade projects from 1m to20mProduce competitive tenders, with a strong focus on flat roof refurbishment packagesReview drawings, specifications and tender documentation to build clear pricing breakdownsUndertake site surveys to confirm scope, access requirements and site constraintsIdentify risk and opportunity, ensuring allowances are captured and submissions remain commercially viableBuild strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain best value quotationsSupport account management with technical and commercial input, including attending meetings where requiredEnsure a smooth handover to operations following project award, supporting successful deliveryReview outcomes against original estimates to improve accuracy and support continuous improvementEstimator RequirementsExperience as an Estimator within construction, ideally within high-rise residential or facadesConfident pricing works in the 1m to 20m range and producing successful tender submissionsAble to complete site surveys and translate findings into accurate scope and costsStrong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detailConfident communicator, comfortable working with senior stakeholders and operational teamsCompetent using Excel and estimating tools such as Causeway (or similar)Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for. JBRP1_UKTJ