Here at Russell WBHO, we have a solid pipeline of work into 2027/28 and have a portfolio of exciting projects, including:
- Hotel Extensions & Façade replacements, North London/Watford & Edinburgh area
- New Build Residential, Stockport
- Heritage Refurbishment, 5 Star Hotel, Bath
- Heritage Refurbishment (Office/Commercial), Bolton
Key business-wide leadership functions include:
- Senior Health & Safety Manager
- Health & Safety Advisor/Manager
- Pre-Construction Opportunities – Project Management & Estimating
- Project Management (Project Lead)
- Technical Lead – Customer Care Department (either Project Manager, Design Manager or Fire Engineer background)
- Building Services Manager
An opportunity has arisen to join our collaborative, professional team as an Estimator.
We are looking for an Estimator (or Assistant with experience looking to progress to Estimator position) to work within our dynamic and forward-thinking Pre-Construction Department based at our Trafford Park (Manchester) Head Office. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and preparing tender submissions and bids in accordance with company processes and procedures, reporting to the Board of Directors.
Russell WBHO promote professional development and progress with a successful candidate’s role to include the following:
- Work across a wide range of sectors and projects with varying teams to adopt an estimating strategy accordingly
- Work on a variety of tendering and cost preparation formats, including single stage competitive, two-stage, negotiated, cost plans and budgets
- Manage incoming tender documentation, including addendums and instructions
- Formulate a detailed bill of qualities to facilitate competitive, complete and correct pricing
- Collate tender enquiry documents and issue to subcontractors and the wider supply chain
- Undertake a detailed tender analysis and evaluation process of returns for compliance, scope review, accuracy of quantification, preliminaries/attendances, T&C’s
- Participate in assessment of subcontractor and supply chain selection (detailed tender evaluation process) to determine full specification compliance and robust pricing returns
- Ensure that the appropriate quantification measures and checks are undertaken
- Work within the wider Pre-Construction team in compiling bids with coordination and interface between operational, management, planning and design management functions
- Maintain commercial and market awareness, including demonstration of build/Sq Ft rates for appraisal assessments and cost planning
- Maintain awareness of current construction techniques and use of contemporary materials
- Provide continuous feedback and ensure this is maintained with the wider Quantity Surveying department – obtaining actual project costs and conducting analysis of market prices/live cost data to assist with benchmarking
Key attributes will also include:
- Proficient use of Microsoft Office products, including Excel
- Use of estimating software packages, including Conquest and associated measuring tools such as Conquest On-Screen Take Off and Onsight
- Good and effective communication skills, both written and verbal
- Contribute creative and innovative ideas
- Self-motivated and organised
- Team player
- Excellent attention to detail
- Full UK Driving License
Should you wish to apply for this role, please complete the form below or email your CV and covering letter to careers@russellwbho.co.uk, headed ‘Estimator Position’.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Kind regards,
The Russell WBHO Recruitment Team
At Russell WBHO, we are committed to promoting inclusivity, diversity, and equality in all that we do. We strive to create a rewarding work environment where everyone is treated fairly, valued for their unique contributions, and supported to reach their full potential. Our goal is to bring out the best in each individual and foster a workplace where all employees can thrive.
Note for Recruitment Agencies: Russell WBHO encourages candidates to apply directly to us and we do not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. CVs submitted in this manner will be considered a gift and no fee will be payable.
Candidates must hold the right to work in the UK.