Cost Estimator - UK Construction
A UK-based construction consultancy is seeking an experienced Estimator or Quantity Surveyor to produce accurate cost estimates and validate AI-generated outputs. The role requires strong construction estimating fundamentals and the ability to work remotely while collaborating with UK-based stakeholders.
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Description
About the Company
Our client is a fast-growing UK-based construction estimating and quantity surveying consultancy that provides accurate building cost estimates, tender pricing, and quantity surveying services to builders, architects, developers, and homeowners across the United Kingdom.
Having experienced significant organic growth over the past few years, the business is now investing heavily in technology, automation, and AI-driven processes to enhance efficiency and scalability. They are seeking an experienced Estimator who can combine strong construction estimating expertise with a forward-thinking approach to technology and innovation.
The Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Estimator or Quantity Surveyor to join a growing construction consultancy during a period of expansion and transformation.
Initially, the role will focus on producing accurate construction estimates, completing take-offs, reviewing drawings, and supporting tender submissions. As the company's AI and automation capabilities continue to evolve, the role will increasingly focus on validating and quality-checking AI-generated outputs, applying professional judgement to ensure accuracy and identify inconsistencies.
This is not a data-entry role and not a purely AI-focused position. The successful candidate must have strong estimating fundamentals and the confidence to independently assess costs, quantities, and project requirements.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
Prepare detailed construction cost estimates and tender pricing submissions.
Review architectural and construction drawings and specifications.
Perform quantity take-offs and measure project requirements accurately.
Assess project scope and identify potential cost risks or omissions.
Validate and quality-check AI-generated estimates and take-offs.
Apply professional judgement to identify pricing discrepancies, logic errors, or missing information.
Liaise directly with contractors, builders, and project stakeholders to clarify project requirements.
Maintain estimating databases and pricing information.
Support continuous improvement initiatives within the estimating process.
Work collaboratively within a fast-paced and evolving environment.
Requirements
Minimum 5 years of hands-on construction estimating or quantity surveying experience.
Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, take-offs, and pricing methodologies.
Experience preparing estimates for residential, commercial, or mixed-use construction projects.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong attention to detail and commercial awareness.
Comfortable communicating with UK-based contractors and construction professionals via phone and email.
Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively in a remote environment.
Positive attitude towards technology, AI, and process automation.
Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
Ideal Background
Experience within a construction estimating consultancy, SME, or fast-paced construction business.
Exposure to UK construction projects and estimating practices.
Experience working in a growing business, agency, consultancy, or entrepreneurial environment.
Comfortable adapting to changing priorities and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Naturally proactive, accountable, and solutions-focused.
What Success Looks Like
Within the first 90 days, you will be confidently producing accurate estimates while becoming a trusted reviewer of AI-assisted outputs. You will play a key role in ensuring the quality, accuracy, and reliability of project pricing while contributing to the ongoing evolution of the company's estimating processes.
Benefits
Additional Information
Permanent, full-time remote position.
Monday to Friday, UK business hours.
Long-term career growth opportunity.
Exposure to innovative AI and automation initiatives within the construction industry.
Opportunity to join a growing business during an exciting expansion phase.
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