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Senior estimator: tenders, subcontractors & bids

Wigan
Amspec
Subcontractor
Posted: 27 May
Offer description

We currently have a fantastic opportunity to add to our busy Commercial Team by way of recruiting an Experienced Estimator.

You should at least 4 years of Construction / Interiors Sector experience, working on projects of varying values.

Having either gained or in the process of, or interested in achieving a qualification in Construction & The Built Environment or similar Construction related degree.

The successful candidate’s role will include producing high quality, accurate estimates, presented in a legible, analytical and logical format. You will also be responsible for processing tenders, reviewing tenders within the team prior to submission, identifying risks, acquiring prices from our pool of sub-contractors, preparing accurate take offs.

Amspec work with specific estimating software, and knowledge of Evaluate or something similar would be beneficial, although full training will be given.


Key Responsibilities

* Managing all aspects of Bid Preparation, Preparation of Enquiries to Sub-Contractors, Cost Comparisons, Bid Strategies, a deep understanding of our sector.
* Organising and attending site visits with Clients and Sub-contractors
* Client liaison (attend Client progress meetings to keep abreast of any commercial issues)
* Ability to work on multiple tenders in a busy environment
* Adaptable and able to quickly learn our Software – Eque2 / Evaluate
* MS Project proficient would be an advantage
* Undertake Client Tender Presentations
* Technical knowledge of the construction methods being applied to tenders

You will be required to attend sites to carry out surveys, so a full UK driving licence is essential.

You must have an excellent level of computer literacy (in particular with all Microsoft packages – Word, Excel) and a common-sense approach to information sourcing and problem solving.

The ideal candidate will be a hard-working individual with excellent communication skills.

The Estimating role is client and customer facing so a confident attitude is required as there may be times presentations are required.


Schedule and Compensation

This is a full-time permanent position to commence asap.

Monday to Friday typically worked between 08.00am – 4.30pm with a 30‑minute unpaid lunch break (these hours are flexible if required).

Competitive salary negotiable dependent upon previous experience and qualifications.


Benefits

We offer a company pension scheme with Royal London and a staff reward and recognition programme. We also encourage and promote continuous professional development for all staff, with no barriers to further training.

Should you meet the desired criteria and wish to be considered for interview, please apply with your CV by return to careers@amspec.co.uk

Closing date for applicants is Friday 12th June 2026.

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