Job Description
Tender Co-Ordinator / Estimator ?? Full-Time | PermanentThe Role Reporting to the Estimating Manager, you will be responsible for developing winning tender strategies, preparing accurate estimates, and coordinating comprehensive tender submissions.This is a client-facing role requiring strong commercial awareness and excellent relationship management skills. You will ensure all tenders are competitively structured, commercially sound, and professionally presented — minimising risk while delivering first-class service to clients.Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement winning tender strategies
* Produce detailed and competitive cost estimates
* Analyse tender opportunities and make informed bid/no-bid recommendations
* Coordinate the full tender return documentation and submission process
* Review and manage historical cost data and market trends
* Maintain and develop strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal teams
* Lead and support client presentations and pre-contract meetings
* Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, Planning Regulations, and relevant legislation
* Manage pre-contract documentation and handover to delivery teams
* Control and monitor costs associated with tenders
* Ensure high standards of health & safety and compliance with company policies
About You We are looking for a commercially astute and detail-oriented professional with strong organisational and communication skills.Key Skills & Experience:
* Proven experience in estimating and tender coordination within construction or fit-out
* Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills
* Excellent planning and organisational ability
* High attention to detail and accuracy
* Confident presenting to internal stakeholders and clients
* Proficient in MS Excel and MS Office
* Experience using Bluebeam or similar software
* Strong team player with high levels of integrity and professionalism
Qualifications:
* Membership of a recognised industry body (e.g., RICS or CIOB) or proven commercial estimating experience
Why Apply?
* Join a collaborative and dynamic work-winning team
* Opportunity to play a key role in securing high-value projects
* Career progression within a professional company
If this sounds like a role where you could build confidence, develop your commercial skills, and genuinely make an impact, I’d be happy to talk it through with you.By applying, you consent to TN Recruits Ltd retaining your details for up to 3 years, unless instructed otherwise.