Preconstruction Surveyor (Estimator) - #2065852

Howells Recruitment


Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Cardiff
Contract type: Full time
Work schedule: Full day
Howells Recruitment

Preconstruction Surveyor / Estimator
Cardiff | Hybrid Working | Competitive Salary + Benefits

We are partnering with one of the UK's leading privately-owned Construction and Interiors businesses to recruit a Preconstruction Surveyor / Estimator to support projects across the region

With more than 170 years of industry heritage, our client is recognised as one of the UK's top employers, delivering sustainable, community-focused projects across both the public and private sectors. Known for innovation, flexible working, and a people-first culture, they continue to shape environments that create a lasting positive impact.

As a Preconstruction Surveyor / Estimator, you will play a key role within the preconstruction team, delivering accurate and high-quality early-stage cost planning quantities and Stage 4 Bills of Quantities within agreed bid timescales.

Projects typically range from £10m to £150m+ across sectors including: Education, Healthcare, Residential, Commercial, Leisure, Blue Light, No two projects are the same.

Preconstruction Surveyor / Estimator Key Responsibilities

  • Accurately undertake project take-offs to produce detailed cost plans and Bills of Quantities.
  • Deliver measurement outputs in line with agreed tender and bid programmes.
  • Measure works in accordance with SMM7 (Standard Method of Measurement 7th Edition).
  • Interpret technical drawings and specifications with a high degree of accuracy and commercial awareness.
  • Utilise industry software including:
    • Microsoft Excel
    • Bluebeam
    • Conquest estimating software
  • Support the wider preconstruction team to ensure commercially robust and technically accurate submissions.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement and best practice within the estimating and preconstruction function.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking an organised and detail-focused professional who possesses:

  • Previous experience in a measurement, estimating, or surveying role within the construction industry.
  • Strong technical and commercial understanding of construction measurement.
  • Experience producing cost plans and Bills of Quantities.
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.
  • The ability to work effectively within a fast-paced preconstruction environment.

If you're looking to play a key role in delivering safe, compliant, and innovative construction projects across the Midlands, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply online today for a confidential discussion.


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