Estimator / Senior Estimator – Construction
Location: Cardiff, South Wales
Sector: Main Contractor | Tier 1 Construction
An award-winning Tier 1 main contractor, widely regarded as the construction company to work for in the region, is looking to appoint an Estimator or Senior Estimator to join its highly respected commercial team in Cardiff.
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of an excellent, supportive team with long-term career prospects, working on a diverse portfolio of high-profile construction projects across South Wales and the wider region.
The Role
As an Estimator / Senior Estimator, you will play a key role in the pre-construction team, contributing to the successful tendering of projects across multiple sectors.
Key Responsibilities
1. Preparing accurate cost estimates for construction projects
2. Managing the full tender process from enquiry through to submission
3. Reviewing drawings, specifications and employer’s requirements
4. Working closely with commercial, design and delivery teams
5. Engaging with supply chain partners to obtain competitive pricing
6. Identifying value engineering and risk opportunities
The role can be tailored to suit an Intermediate Estimator ready to step up or an experienced Senior Estimator looking for a long-term home with a market-leading contractor.
About You
7. Proven experience as an Estimator within a main contractor environment
8. Experience working on projects across commercial, education, healthcare, residential or public sector schemes (desirable)
9. Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
10. Confident communicator who thrives in collaborative teams
11. Ambition to develop and progress within a leading construction business
What’s on Offer
12. Opportunity to join a market-leading Tier 1 contractor
13. Excellent, well-established and supportive estimating team
14. Long-term career progression and structured development
15. Exposure to a wide range of high-quality, flagship projects
16. Competitive salary and benefits package
Why Apply?
This contractor is consistently recognised for its culture, people development and quality of work, making it one of the most sought-after employers in construction across the region.
If you’re an Estimator looking for stability, progression and genuinely interesting projects, this is an opportunity not to be missed.