Average Estimator salary in Bristol

Job Title: Estimator - Fully office basedLocation: North Bristol (Aztec West)Salary: £35,000-£40,000 + annual performance bonusBenefits: 25 days' holiday + bank holidays, Enhanced pension scheme, individual formal training An excellent opportunity has arisen for a detail-oriented Estimator to join a respected international manufacturer supplying specialist equipment to major projects across the construction and engineering sectors, specifically in the HVAC industry. In this role, you'll play a key part in providing accurate cost assessments and technical recommendations to clients, ensuring every proposal aligns with strict compliance and safety standards. You'll develop a strong understanding of the company's product range, collaborate closely with colleagues, and act as a trusted point of contact for customers throughout the estimation process. Key responsibilities Develop in-depth knowledge of product specifications, standards, and regulations.Engage with clients to interpret project requirements and advise on suitable solutions.Prepare precise and transparent quotations and cost breakdowns.Verify that all proposed solutions meet relevant compliance and safety legislation.Work cross-functionally with internal departments to ensure consistency and efficiency.Maintain accurate data and documentation using Excel and digital platforms. Skills and experience required Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of work.Strong communication skills - both written and verbal.Advanced Excel and data management abilities.Confident problem solver with a logical, analytic approach.Self-motivated with the ability to manage tasks independently.Good understanding of compliance requirements within technical industries. Desirable Prior estimating experience in construction or related engineering fieldAbility to interpret drawings, specifications, and tender documentationFamiliarity with fire dampers, smoke control systems, or control panels This position offers the chance to grow your technical and commercial expertise in a supportive, professional environment where accuracy, collaboration, and customer service are highly valued. If you are interested in this role please apply or email with your CV Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Cost Engineer Consultant- Defence Salary - £35K-£55Kplus bonus, medical, pension Location - Bristol Our client i a leading consultancy operating at the forefront of innovation in the defence and security sectors, leveraging their deep expertise in science and technology to tackle some of the most pressing challenges facing their customers. Their collaborative approach with government departments and major aerospace and defence organisations ensures that they are not only meeting today's demands but also anticipating and preparing for the future. As they embark on an ambitious growth journey, they are looking for talented and experienced Cost Engineers to join their P3M team of experts based in Bristol. Key Responsibilities - Cost Engineering Consultant: As a Cost Engineering Consultant, you will be providing the cost estimates and modelling support to help the UK MoD and industry make better decisions. You will work closely with national government bodies, international institutions, and global prime contractors, leading and supporting procurement decisions with analytical thinking and outcomes, modelling of operational performance and sustainment. This may be working autonomously within customer teams to support business cases, estimating of procurement and in-service costs, or leading workshops with customers and Subject Matter Experts to improve accuracy and understanding of project costs. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise re role of Cost Engineering Consultant Essential: Proven experience in a Cost Engineering or Analyst role within a P3M environment.Educated to degree level or equivalent, with a relevant professional qualification (e.g., CCEA, CPCostE, CEng).Experience of working in the defence sector or a military background.Good knowledge of statistics in support of parametric modelling, sampling, and risk analysis.Knowledge of Investment Appraisals, Trade Studies, Business Cases, and Cost Benefit Analysis to support stage gate approvals process.Experience in methods of estimating including bottom-up, analogous, and parametric techniques in support of both hardware and software systems acquisitions and through life support.Experience developing estimates that take account of; design, manufacture, and support costs; allowances; overheads; profit, Government Furnished Assets & Resources, historical costs, and Estimating Maturity Assessment levels.Development of robust cost models that satisfy independent Verification & Validation scrutiny.Knowledge of quantitative assessment of uncertainty, cost, schedule risk assessment and awareness of Risk Management approach and the costing of Risk within the cost models.Experience of assisting the Bid Winning process and practice such as PQQ/ITT/ITN.Strong verbal, presentation, and report-writing skills.Strong attention to detail and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads under pressure.Ability to travel to client sites across UK as required. Desirable: Membership of a professional body (e.g., ICEAA, ACostE) and a desire for continued professional development.Experience working in a consultancy environment or with government clients.Knowledge of and application of Visual Basic.Independent Verification and Validation against 3rd party supplied cost models.Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM).Application of Risk tools such as @Risk, ModelRisk etc. Other Requirements: Candidates will also need to either hold a current SC or DV clearance You can expect: To work in an exciting, fast paced environment where you will have the opportunity to add value and make a difference.To work for a forward thinking, agile organisation who embrace diversity.Empowerment to deliver in a trusting and supportive environment.The opportunity to further enhance your skills through a training and development programme tailored to support your career aspirations.The support and encouragement to develop a long term and rewarding career.To work in an environment where creativity and innovation is encouraged and rewarded. Keywords - Cost Engineer, Cost Engineering, Defence, MoD, Military, EVM, Risk, Cost Benefits, Risk Analysis, Statistics, Parametric Modelling, Investment Appraisals, Cost Estimates, Bids, Risk Management, CCEA, CPCostE, CEng, Cost Benefits Analysis Cost Engineer Consultant- Defence

Contracts Manager Door and Joinery ManufacturerWork from home8am – 5pm full time possibility of flexible hoursSalary excellent according to experience plus benefits private cash/health planContracts Manager, Project Manager based from home with door and joinery experience (commercial sector) required due to expansion and continued growth looking for the right person to strengthen the current team. Commercial projects experience of joinery contracts dealing with high value projects. Contracts management team tracking projects from start to completion for an exciting established and developing company, with opportunities of career development. As part of the team working on the Projects and Contracts you will be part of an industry leading manufacturer of bespoke joinery products along with doors, wall panelling etc. Dealing with architects and main contractors delivering projects within health, education, leisure and commercial sectors, undertaking new build and refurbishment works for clients by traditional, design & build and partnering procurement methods. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Contracts Project Manager, operating within the Production Planning team, you will manage individual jobs / contracts from their inception through to delivery with the customer. A reputable, friendly, and professional company who are renowned for quality, very established with have many prestigious clients.Your responsibilities will include• Liaising with the customer to determine requirements• Ordering of bespoke materials from suppliers• Preparation of production schedule for factory• Monitor progress of projects• Work closely with the Production Manager to establish delivery date• Build and maintain relationships with customers, suppliers and colleaguesSkills Required• Good verbal and written communication skills able to establish and maintain effective working relationships.• Computer literate - Microsoft Office Suite, with particular reference to Microsoft Excel.• Knowledge of joinery products essential.• Ability to read architects drawings• Knowledge of CAD and taking off from drawings an advantage.• Knowledge of joinery and or doors contract management an advantage.CONTRACT SCHEDULER, MATERIALS PLANNER, MANUFACTURERS, CONSTRUCTION, PROJECT MANAGER, SURVEYOR, ESTIMATOR, JOINERY, PLANNING, BUILDING SURVEYING, CAD, EXCEL, ARCHITECTURAL TECHNICIANS.Does this sound like your next challenge? If you have the relevant experience for either position then click the 'Apply Now' button and send us your CV, Apply now, don’t miss this opportunity! Suitable applicants will be contacted within 3 working days.Who are we? GRO is a commercial, professional and technical agency, with a wealth of expertise in providing permanent and short term contract placements