Senior Estimator – Established Main Contractor
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Estimator to join a well-established and successful main contractor based in London.
With an impressive portfolio of projects across a diverse range of sectors, the business has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality construction projects and continues to enjoy a healthy pipeline of secured and upcoming work.
Due to continued growth and a strong order book, they are now looking to strengthen their estimating team with the appointment of a commercially astute and experienced Senior Estimator.
This is an excellent opportunity to join an established contractor where you will be involved in a varied range of projects, rather than being restricted to one particular sector.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Pre-Construction Director, your responsibilities will include:
- Preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for a variety of construction projects.
- Reviewing tender documentation, drawings and specifications.
- Preparing detailed cost plans, bills of quantities and tender submissions.
- Obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations.
- Identifying commercial risks, opportunities and value engineering solutions.
- Liaising with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers throughout the tender process.
- Attending tender meetings and site visits where required.
- Managing multiple tenders and ensuring deadlines are achieved.
- Working closely with the commercial, operational and pre-construction teams.
- Providing input into bid strategies and tender presentations.
- Ensuring estimates are commercially robust and accurately reflect project requirements.
Project Sectors
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work across a diverse range of construction sectors, potentially including:
- Commercial and office developments.
- Education and schools.
- Healthcare.
- Residential and mixed-use developments.
- Industrial and logistics.
- Retail and leisure.
- Public sector and local authority projects.
- Refurbishment and fit-out.
About You
We are looking for an experienced Estimator or Senior Estimator with:
- A proven background working for a main contractor.
- Experience estimating a variety of construction projects and sectors.
- Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials and costs.
- Excellent analytical and numerical skills.
- Experience preparing and managing competitive tender submissions.
- Strong subcontractor and supplier negotiation skills.
- The ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- The ability to manage multiple tenders and work to tight deadlines.
- A proactive, commercially aware and detail-focused approach.
A relevant construction or Quantity Surveying qualification would be advantageous, although equivalent industry experience will also be considered.
What's on Offer?
- Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
- Attractive benefits package.
- Opportunity to join an established and reputable main contractor.
- Exposure to a diverse range of projects and construction sectors.
- A strong pipeline of secured and forthcoming work.
- Long-term career development opportunities.
- The chance to play an important role within an established estimating and pre-construction team.
Interested?
If you are an experienced Estimator or Senior Estimator looking for your next opportunity with an established contractor offering a varied workload across multiple sectors, we would love to hear from you.
For further information or a confidential discussion, please get in touch.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.