Estimator / Procurement Specialist

Job Title: Estimator / Procurement Specialist Contract: Full Time, Permanent Location: Leicestershire (Onsite) Salary: £45,000 - £65,000 DOE + Company Car/Allowance

Are you an experienced Estimator with a strong understanding of procurement, supplier engagement and tendering within the construction sector?

The Procurement & Supply Chain division at SF Partners are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing construction business looking to strengthen its Pre-Construction team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative environment where you'll play a key role in delivering competitive tenders across a diverse range of construction projects.

Working closely with the wider commercial and pre-construction teams, you'll be responsible for producing accurate cost estimates, engaging with subcontractors and suppliers, and ensuring high-quality tender submissions are delivered within tight deadlines.

If you enjoy combining commercial awareness, procurement expertise and estimating skills in a fast-paced environment, please read on...

Key Responsibilities - Prepare competitive cost estimates and tender submissions for construction and refurbishment projects. - Review tender documentation to identify procurement requirements, subcontract packages and material specifications. - Source pricing from subcontractors and suppliers, managing the tender enquiry process from issue through to evaluation. - Assess and compare supplier and subcontractor quotations to ensure best value and commercial accuracy. - Build strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors to support future tender opportunities. - Produce accurate take-offs and first-principle costings where required. - Identify pricing gaps and develop practical commercial solutions. - Prepare tender qualifications, exclusions and supporting cost documentation. - Assist with project programmes, preliminary costings and procurement planning. - Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to ensure tender deadlines are achieved. - Attend occasional site visits across the UK as part of the tender process.

Experience & Skills Required - Previous experience within Estimating, Procurement, Commercial or Pre-Construction roles within the construction industry. - Strong procurement and supplier management experience, including obtaining and evaluating quotations. - Excellent commercial awareness with the ability to interpret technical and tender documentation. - Strong negotiation and communication skills. - Ability to manage multiple tenders and work effectively to deadlines. - Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel occasionally.

If you're looking for a role where you can combine estimating, procurement and commercial expertise within a growing construction business, we'd love to hear from you.

Easily commutable from Leicestershire, Ruby and Coventry.