Estimating Administrator - South West London based (Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames)

Our client is a privately owned Construction Company who deliver a wide range of construction projects across Healthcare, Education, Residential and Heritage schemes across London and the Southeast. Being a business with a long standing reputation being founded more than 30 years ago, our client is a successful business and has some great relationships with their clients and customers.

Overview of the role

Our client is seeking an organised and proactive Estimating Administrator to support their estimating team throughout the tender process. This role is essential in ensuring tenders are managed efficiently, documentation is accurately maintained, and subcontractor enquiries are coordinated to meet submission deadlines.

The successful candidate will work closely with Estimators, Managing Estimators, and other internal stakeholders to support multiple construction projects from tender receipt through to submission.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor tender portals, emails, and incoming enquiries, ensuring all tender documentation is downloaded and correctly filed.
• Create and maintain tender registers, enquiry registers, and settlement documentation.
• Issue subcontractor and supplier enquiries, manage distribution of tender information, and maintain communication throughout the tender period.
• Follow up with subcontractors and suppliers to confirm receipt of enquiries and secure quotations within required deadlines.
• Coordinate technical enquiries and liaise with relevant parties to obtain information required for pricing submissions.
• Prepare and maintain pricing schedules, tender support documentation, and submission folders.
• Analyse and collate returned quotations, ensuring records are accurate and up to date.
• Assist with the preparation of settlement books and tender submission packages.
• Submit completed tenders and maintain records of submissions and outcomes.
• Support the estimating team with post-tender queries, revised costings, and general administrative duties.

Requirements

• Previous experience in an Estimating Administrator, or similar construction administration role.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong communication skills and confidence liaising with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced construction environment.

What''s on Offer

• Opportunity to join a successful and growing construction business.
• An opportunity to work in specific departments of a construction business & build on your administrative skills.
• Exposure to major construction and fit-out projects.
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for career progression.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

If you want to hear more about this Estimating Administrator role, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Tia Bairam in our London Office at (url removed).