Estimator

Location: Remote - commutable to London

Salary: Competitive, with bonus and EV car

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Estimator to join our growing team.

You will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive tenders for grounds maintenance, horticultural, vegetation management, and winter maintenance contracts across the UK and Ireland.

Our clients include major retailers, schools, universities, utility providers, emergency services, commercial estates, and public sector organisations. Working closely with our operational and business development teams, you will play a key role in securing new business opportunities and supporting the continued growth of the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, quotations, and tender submissions.

• Review specifications, drawings, and client requirements.

• Undertake site surveys and assessments where required.

• Price grounds maintenance, horticultural, vegetation management, gritting, and snow clearance services.

• Calculate labour, plant, materials, subcontractor, and operational costs.

• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive pricing.

• Work with operational teams to ensure solutions are practical and deliverable.

• Support presentations, proposals, and contract mobilisation activities.

• Ensure all tenders are submitted accurately and within deadlines.

Why This Role Matters

Our clients rely on us to maintain some of the UK's most visible and important environments.

Whether it's ensuring a retail estate creates a positive first impression, maintaining a university campus, supporting critical utility infrastructure, or keeping emergency service facilities operational during adverse weather, our work directly impacts safety, reputation, and operational performance.

As an Estimator, your work will help secure contracts that keep these environments safe, attractive, and professionally maintained throughout the year.

Requirements

Essential

• Previous experience in an Estimator, Commercial, Bid, or Quantity Surveying role.

• Experience pricing grounds maintenance, landscaping, facilities management, utilities, or winter maintenance contracts.

• Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills.

• Excellent Microsoft Excel and Office skills.

• Ability to interpret tender specifications and develop accurate pricing models.

• Strong communication and organisational skills.

• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Experience within retail, education, utilities, or public sector environments.

• Knowledge of grounds maintenance operations and winter maintenance services.

• Experience pricing multi-site or national contracts.

• Understanding of public sector procurement and framework agreements.

What we offer

• Competitive salary – aligned with your skills and experience

• Performance‑linked bonus: Bonus opportunities aligned to your level and contribution.

• Pension scheme – helping you plan for the future

• Recognition schemes – celebrating and rewarding great work

• Private GP service – fast, convenient access to medical support

• Life insurance – providing added peace of mind

• Subsidised gym membership – supporting your health and wellbeing

• Holiday buy scheme – purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave

What to expect from our recruitment process at Ground Control

We aim to make our process clear, supportive, and straightforward, so you always know what’s coming next.

• Application review: Once you apply, our Talent team will carefully review your application against the key skills for the role

• Optional video: You’ll have the chance to submit a short video to showcase your skills and personality—this is completely optional

• Intro call: If you’re a good match, we’ll invite you to book a short (up to 30 minutes) telephone interview at a time that suits you

• First interview: If selected you’ll then take part in an interview, either on Teams or in person, depending on the role

• Next steps: For some roles, there may be a technical assessment and a second-stage interview either on teams or in person.

We’ll keep you updated throughout and make sure you feel supported at every stage.

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Equal Opportunities Statement

At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic as defined in the Equality Act 2010.

We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and across all stages of employment, including training, development, promotion, pay, and termination. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants and employees, and to creating a working environment free from discrimination, harassment, bullying, or victimisation.

We expect all colleagues to uphold our values of dignity, respect, and inclusion. We take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of discriminatory behaviour and are committed to continuous improvement through training, inclusive policies, and accountability at all levels.

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