A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Estimator to join and lead the Estimating function at a regional main contractor, who has been serving clients in Surrey, South London and the surrounding areas for over 30 years. This established and growing contractor delivers high-quality projects ranging from £1M - £25M. They work across various sectors, but are strongest in the new build social housing sector. The Estimator Role: The successful Estimator will report directly to the MD and Commercial Director and take full ownership of the estimating function, ensuring high-quality, competitive bids are delivered consistently and efficiently. This is a role for an experienced Estimator, with great commercial acumen, somebody who can get a deal done and a strong negotiator. The company have a good library of costs to use to price new jobs. Key responsibilities include: * Leading the Estimating function and overseeing all tendering activity * Taking responsibility for converting enquiries into secured contracts * Engaging with clients to understand their requirements and tailoring proposals accordingly * Working closely with internal departments to price projects, develop early-stage programmes, and provide value engineering solutions * Identifying and mitigating commercial and project risks * Conducting supply chain research and building relationships to...