We are seeking an experienced Estimator to join a growing insurance and building services team, specialising in major loss, remediation, and complex residential/commercial insurance projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates, managing tender submissions, and supporting projects from initial assessment through to completion.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed estimates for major insurance projects
- Review scopes of works, reports, drawings, and engineering documentation
- Complete accurate take-offs and costings across complex building projects
- Liaise with clients, assessors, project managers, subcontractors, and suppliers
- Assist with tender submissions and variations
- Ensure estimates align with project requirements, budgets, and timelines
- Provide technical advice and support to project teams
- Maintain strong industry relationships with insurers, loss adjusters, and stakeholders
About You
- 4 + Years experience as an Estimator
- Strong understanding of residential and commercial building processes
- Experience estimating large-scale insurance claims and reinstatement projects
- Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and subcontractor pricing
- Ability to interpret scopes, drawings, and technical reports
- Excellent attention to detail and commercial awareness
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- Experience with estimating software such as CostX, Cubit, Buildsoft, Bluebeam, or similar
- Trade background (Carpentry preferred but not essential)
- Experience working with insurance builders, loss adjusters, or major insurers
What's On Offer
- Competitive salary package
- Stable pipeline of major insurance projects
- Career progression opportunities
- Supportive team environment
- Opportunity to work on complex and high-value projects
Estimator in Redcliffe employer: Evolve Talent
Join a well-established insurance building and restoration company that values its employees through a supportive work culture and ample career progression opportunities. As a Supervisor, you'll enjoy flexible working arrangements while managing a diverse range of projects in a fast-paced environment, all backed by a dedicated delivery team. With a steady pipeline of work and a commitment to safety and quality, this role offers a meaningful and rewarding career path in the construction industry.
