Job Description

About Us

Fifields Construction is an established construction company with offices in Exeter and Taunton. We are a professional and experienced Principal Contractor with a positive reputation for delivering high quality construction projects. We operate a multi-disciplinary business working with clients to deliver new build and refurbishment projects in the commercial, educational and industrial sectors.

Due to the growth of the business, we are looking to hire a new Estimator for our Exeter office.

As an Estimator, you will be working with the Estimating Team, working closely with them in delivering competitive, high quality tender returns. You will work closely with clients, architects, engineers and subcontractors and internal teams to ensure projects are costed accurately, within an organised system, on time.

Your responsibilities will include,

- Sending enquiries/requesting quotes from our approved suppliers and subcontractors

- Analysing and comparing quotations and costs

- Completing take-offs and calculations from design drawings and schedules

- Pricing/negotiation of multiple stage tenders, including completing preliminary costings and forms of tender

- Using historic rates and/or experience to price work

- Helping to promote and seek new tender opportunities in co-ordination with the Directors

- Assisting in preparing documents for tender adjudications

- Making site visits, conducting site surveys, taking photos for records and making observations as necessary for pricing purposes

You will be based in our Exeter office working with the Estimating Team. You will be required to make site visits around Devon as and when necessary. Working hours are 7:30am until 5:00pm.

Career Progression/Rewards

- Support in the Estimating Team from a group of experienced professionals

- Support and funding of further professional qualifications (HNC, Degree etc)

- A competitive salary with company pension, sick pay, health insurance, maternity/paternity pay and holiday allowance. Subject to age and experience*

What We're Looking For:

We welcome applicants who have an established career in construction estimation. Additionally, you may already be working as,

- An estimator or surveyor

- Or you may have completed a construction-related course (Degree, HNC etc)

- Or you may have relevant transferable skills or experience from another role or industry

- Experience in a construction related role.

- Strong knowledge of construction processes, project management principles, and safety regulations.

- A good telephone demeanour.

- Excellent literacy and numeracy skills, with a good eye for detail.

- Proficient in project management software and MS Office.

- Valid driver's license and ability to travel to construction sites as needed.

What We Offer

- A competitive salary negotiable depending on experience.

- Comprehensive training and development programs.

- A supportive and collaborative work environment.

- Private healthcare (after 3-month probation period).

- Company vehicle.

- Company pension scheme (after 3-month probation period).

- 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays).

- Annual bonus.

How to Apply

If you are eager to learn in a rewarding position as an Estimator, or further develop your existing skills and abilities, we would love to hear from you! Please send your CV to info@fifieldsconstruction.com by 28/11/2025.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company car Company pension On-site parking Private medical insurance Sick pay
Work Location: In person