New Inn, Gwent Interaction Recruitment

We re working in partnership with a well-established and growing client in the construction sector to recruit an Estimator to join their team in Pontypool. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a keen analytical mindset and a passion for delivering accurate, competitive tenders to play a key role in shaping project success from the outset.

The Role

As an Estimator, you ll be instrumental in the early stages of projects interpreting technical drawings, preparing detailed costings, and supporting the overall bid strategy to help secure new business.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQs), pricing models, and tender submissions
• Liaise with suppliers, analyse quotations, and support tender strategy
• Contribute to value engineering and risk assessment processes

About You

• Previous experience in an estimating role (construction or steel preferred)
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Highly analytical with excellent attention to detail
• Confident communicator, able to liaise across technical and commercial teams

What s on Offer

• Competitive salary of £30,000 £40,000
• Opportunity to develop within a supportive and growing business
• Clear progression pathway with increasing responsibility

Your Career Progression

• Month 1: Get up to speed with internal systems and support live tenders
• Month 3: Manage smaller tenders independently
• Month 6: Take ownership of larger tender packages and contribute to bid strategy
• Month 12: Become a key contributor to work-winning activity

If you re looking to take the next step in your estimating career with a forward-thinking company, we d love to hear from you.

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