We are a small but rapidly growing construction company looking to appoint an experienced Senior Estimator to lead and develop our estimating function. This is a key senior role where the successful candidate will build and manage an estimating desk, with the opportunity to grow a team beneath them as the business expands.
This role will suit a confident, commercially minded estimator who can work independently, take ownership of pricing merging workloads, and play a pivotal role in winning work and shaping our future pipeline.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead all estimating activities across the business
* Pricing and managing framework quotations, small works quotations, large-scale tenders and bids
* Identify and source new opportunities through public and private tender portals
* Prepare, manage and submit bids through public procurement platforms
* Develop accurate and competitive costings across all construction trades
* Build and maintain rate schedules and pricing databases
* Take ownership of estimating programmes, deadlines, and submissions
* Liaise directly with clients and potential clients to clarify scope, pricing, and feedback
* Gather and analyse post-tender feedback to continually improve bid success
* Support future growth by helping structure and mentor junior estimators
Essential Experience & Skills
* Proven experience as a Senior Estimator within the construction industry
* Strong working knowledge of public tender portals and procurement processes
* Extensive experience estimating construction works across multiple disciplines
* Ability to confidently build and justify own rates
* Excellent understanding of construction methods, sequencing, and programme durations
* Advanced user of Excel
* Experience with Bluebeam or similar take-off/estimating software
* Confident navigating and interpreting schedules of ratesHighly organised with the ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
* Excellent communication skills with the confidence to engage clients, consultants, and stakeholders
What We Offer
* A senior, influential role within a growing business
* Opportunity to build and lead an estimating team
* Competitive salary
* Long-term career progression and stability
* A collaborative and supportive working environment
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