Senior Estimator

An established main contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Estimator to support the continued growth of their commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Estimator with a strong main contracting background and detailed knowledge of the full tender process.

The successful Senior Estimator will price a varied range of refurbishment, restoration and construction projects, working across multiple trades and taking responsibility for tenders from initial enquiry through to handover.

The Role

As Senior Estimator, you will review drawings, specifications and tender information to produce accurate and commercially competitive submissions. You will work closely with subcontractors, suppliers and internal delivery teams to identify risk, clarify scope and ensure all elements of a project are correctly priced.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing detailed estimates, cost plans and tender submissions

• Completing take-offs and quantification from drawings and specifications

• Managing the tender process from initial enquiry through to submission

• Obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations

• Pricing packages including scaffolding, roofing, decorating, stone restoration, carpentry and glazing

• Identifying commercial risks, scope gaps and design inconsistencies

• Supporting value engineering and tender negotiations

• Preparing detailed handovers for project and commercial teams

• Working confidently with JCT contracts and associated tender documentation

The Senior Estimator will need a strong understanding of construction methods, sequencing and subcontract packages across a broad range of trades.

Required Experience

The ideal Senior Estimator will have:

• 10+ years’ estimating experience working for a main contractor

• Strong knowledge of the complete tender process

• Proven experience working with JCT contracts

• Extensive knowledge of refurbishment and construction trades

• Strong understanding of drawings, specifications and schedules

• Excellent commercial, numerical and analytical skills

• Experience using Excel and estimating software

• A Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or similar qualification is desirable

Package

• £50,000 – £65,000 salary

• Full-time, permanent position

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

• Pension scheme

• Professional development and CPD support

• Clear opportunities for career progression

The Opportunity

This Senior Estimator position would suit an experienced main contractor estimator who understands how to build a tender from the ground up. The successful Senior Estimator will have the opportunity to take ownership of complex bids and play an important role within a growing construction business.