Job Title: Estimator
Location: Shrewsbury
Salary: from £50k (depending on experience)
Hours of Work: Monday – Friday, Full-time
Type: Permanent
Start Date: Immediately (flexible for notice periods)
Our client is a dynamic and growing company working across a range of high-quality construction projects. Due to continued success, they are now seeking an experienced and detail-driven Senior Estimator to join their team. This is a great opportunity for a motivated professional to lead pre-construction estimating activities and help secure exciting new work across the region.
Duties
* Manage the end-to-end estimating process, from initial enquiry to final submission
* Analyse project drawings, specifications, and supporting documents to prepare comprehensive and competitive cost estimates
* Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers to obtain accurate and competitive quotations
* Evaluate project risks and opportunities in each tender submission
* Work collaboratively with pre-construction, commercial, and delivery teams to ensure estimates align with project strategy
* Contribute to value engineering exercises and identify cost-saving opportunities
* Keep up to date with market rates, suppliers, and construction methods
* Support bid preparation and submission documents where required
It is essential or preferable that you have the following experience, qualifications or skills:
* Proven experience as an Estimator or Senior Estimator in the construction industry
* Strong technical knowledge of construction methods, materials, and building regulations
* Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and technical specifications
* Excellent attention to detail with strong numerical and analytical skills
* Proficient in estimating software and Microsoft Office suite
* Confident communication and negotiation skills with stakeholders at all levels
* Capable of managing multiple tenders and tight deadlines
* Commercial awareness and the ability to evaluate costs and margins effectively
Benefits
* Competitive basic salary – from £50k depending on experience
* Company pension scheme
* Free parking and on-site parking
* 24 days annual holiday plus bank holidays
* Supportive working environment with a focus on professional development
* Opportunities for career progression and ongoing training