Estimator
| Posting date: | 21 October 2025 |
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| Salary: | £25,000 to £35,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 November 2025 |
| Location: | BD19 5EH |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Thorn Baker Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 194576-1121 |
Summary
Job Title: Estimator
Location: West Yorkshire
Salary: £25,000 - £35,000
We are working with a specialist timber‑frame construction company delivering high-quality residential and commercial projects. They are seeking an experienced Estimator to prepare accurate cost plans, support tendering, and ensure projects are delivered within budget.
Responsibilities
• Prepare cost estimates for materials, labour and subcontractors.
• Analyse drawings and specifications to identify quantities, risks and value‑engineering opportunities.
• Source and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Collaborate with project managers and designers to align estimates with budgets.
• Maintain cost records and support tender submissions.
• Experience in estimating in timber‑frame or general construction.
• Strong technical understanding of timber‑frame methods and materials.
• Proficient in estimating software and Excel.
• Good organisational and communication skills.
• Relevant construction or quantity surveying qualification desirable.
• Competitive salary £25k-£35k.
• A specialist, growing business with a focus on timber‑frame excellence.
• Opportunities to contribute meaningfully to project delivery and tendering.
• Supportive team environment valuing your expertise.
For further information relating to this role, please contact Rhian Newman of Thorn Baker on 07969 972412 or email rhian@thornbaker.co.uk