Senior Estimator - Refurbishment (D&B & Framework Agreements)
Liverpool | Merseyside
£70,000 - £75,000 + Package
Your new company
Our client is a leading, fast-growing construction and refurbishment specialist based in Liverpool, delivering high-quality projects across commercial, retail, leisure, and education sectors. Renowned for technical excellence, collaborative working, and strategic project delivery, the business operates across both design & build and framework agreements, providing a diverse and high-profile project pipeline.
Your new role
Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Estimator to join their Pre-Construction team. You will take ownership of tendering and estimating for complex refurbishment projects, both design & build and under framework agreements. Working closely with Bid Managers, Commercial Directors, and Project Teams, you will ensure competitive, profitable, and technically robust submissions that align with client requirements and company strategy.
Responsibilities will include:
Lead estimating for refurbishment projects across D&B and framework agreements
Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, and client requirements
Prepare detailed, accurate cost plans, material take-offs, labour, plant, and subcontractor pricing
Identify risks, opportunities, and value engineering options to maximise project profitability
Liaise with Bid Managers, Project Managers, QSs, and external consultants to develop robust bids
Manage and mentor junior estimating staff, providing guidance and knowledge sharing
Attend client meetings, site visits, and post-tender interviews as required
Maintain cost databases, historical project data, and contribute to estimating process improvements
Ensure full compliance with contractual, commercial, and regulatory requirements
Support handovers to delivery teams, providing clear, accurate estimates and risk information
What you will need to succeed:
Proven senior estimating experience in refurbishment, fit-out, or interiors projects
Experience delivering D&B projects and working under framework agreements
Strong technical knowledge of construction methods, materials, and procurement
Excellent commercial and financial acumen with attention to detail
Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and tender documents
Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office suite
Strong leadership and team management skills
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
What you get in return:
Competitive salary £70,000 - £75,000 + benefits package
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Career development and progression opportunities within a growing business
Exposure to high-profile projects across multiple sectors
Work in a collaborative, supportive, and professional environment
Opportunity to lead and mentor a high-performing team and make a tangible impact on project success
Ready to take the next step in your estimating career?
Apply now to join a high-performing construction team delivering complex refurbishment projects with technical excellence and commercial success.
Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.
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