Senior Estimator

The Role

As Senior Estimator, you will take responsibility for producing accurate, competitive and commercially sound tenders. You will review drawings, specifications and schedules, identify scope gaps and risks, complete detailed take-offs and obtain quotations from subcontractors and suppliers.

You will work closely with design teams, project managers, suppliers and subcontractors to ensure each tender is fully understood, accurately priced and clearly handed over to the delivery team.

Key Responsibilities

Review architectural drawings, specifications and design information
Complete detailed take-offs and prepare cost estimates
Identify scope gaps, design ambiguities and commercial risks
Obtain and analyse subcontractor and supplier quotations
Build detailed subcontract packages and pricing breakdowns
Use historical project data to improve estimating accuracy
Support value engineering and commercial strategy
Provide clear cost breakdowns and pricing assumptions at project handover
Manage multiple tenders and deadlines simultaneously

What Is Offered

Salary of £50,000 to £60,000
25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
Pension scheme
CPD and professional development support
Clear progression towards Commercial Manager
Employee Assistance Programme
Retail and travel discounts
Free on-site parking
Office and mobile working