Estimator / Pre-Construction Lead

Building Careers UK

Estimator / Pre-Construction Lead

£60,000 – £65,000 + Package + Performance Bonus
Warrington

Historic Buildings | Structural Repairs | Concrete Remediation

A well-established and growing specialist contractor in the North West is looking to appoint an Estimator / Pre-Construction Lead due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured and upcoming projects.

This business specialises in complex structural remedial works, concrete repairs, and masonry restoration, delivering technically challenging schemes across heritage, listed, and commercial buildings.

This is a genuine opportunity to step into a senior role where you can influence direction, contribute to strategic growth, and play a key part in work-winning activity.

The Opportunity

This role would suit either:

A Senior Estimator with strong work-winning experience looking to play a bigger strategic role
OR

A technically strong Estimator ready to step up into a leadership-focused pre-construction position

You will work closely with Directors and operational teams, leading the estimating and pre-construction function while helping shape future growth.

Key Responsibilities

Leading the estimating and pre-construction process from enquiry through to contract award

Reviewing drawings, specifications, and technical documentation

Pricing complex structural repair and refurbishment schemes

Managing subcontractor and supplier enquiries

Preparing detailed cost plans and tender submissions

Identifying value engineering opportunities

Attending pre-tender and client meetings

Supporting business development and repeat client relationships

Project Types

Structural strengthening and remedial works

Concrete repair and corrosion protection

Masonry and façade restoration

Historic and listed building refurbishment

Complex alteration and remedial packages

Projects are primarily across the North West, delivering technically demanding schemes where quality and expertise are paramount.

What They're Looking For

Experience in structural repair, concrete repair, or heritage refurbishment

Background within a specialist contractor or main contractor delivering remedial packages

Strong commercial awareness

Ability to manage multiple tenders

Confident communicator, comfortable engaging with clients and consultants

Ambition to influence and help drive growth

What's On Offer

£60,000 – £65,000 salary

Competitive package

Performance-based bonus

Genuine progression opportunity

Influential role within a growing specialist contractor

Supportive, technically strong environment

Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.

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