Senior Estimator

Bigblue Search Ltd

Senior Estimator – London – £80k–£100k + Bonus

Location: London
Salary: £80,000 – £100,000 (depending on experience) + benefits
Company: Leading Fit Out Contractor

Reporting To: Head of Estimating
Project Values: £5m – £50m+
Sectors: Commercial fit outs, refurbishments, cut & carves

The Opportunity

We’re working with an established but rapidly growing, fit out contractor, who are looking to expand their pre-construction team with an experienced Senior Estimator.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic, ambitious company delivering high-quality commercial office fit outs, refurbishments, and complex cut & carve projects across London.

You’ll be given the autonomy to lead your own tenders and work closely with the Head of Estimating and wider pre-construction team.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Independently manage and lead tenders from initial enquiry through to submission

  • Prepare accurate and competitive cost plans and tender submissions

  • Liaise with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners throughout the process

  • Carry out site visits and subcontractor pricing evaluations

  • Attend tender interviews and presentations as required

  • Work collaboratively with design, planning, and delivery teams

  • Identify value engineering opportunities and commercial risks

  • Support junior estimators or pre-construction staff if required

What We’re Looking For

  • Proven experience as an Estimator or Senior Estimator in the fit out or refurbishment sector

  • Confident managing tenders in the £5m–£15m+ range

  • Strong technical knowledge across office fit out, refurbishment, and cut & carve schemes

  • Excellent numerical, analytical, and communication skills

  • Ability to work independently and under pressure to meet deadlines

  • Proficiency in estimation software (e.g. ConQuest, Excel, or similar)

  • A proactive, solutions-driven approach

What’s On Offer

  • Salary between £80,000 – £100,000 (depending on experience)

  • Strong benefits package

  • Genuine opportunity for progression as the business continues to grow

  • A supportive team environment and direct reporting line to the Head of Estimating

  • The chance to work on standout commercial projects in Central London

Apply now to take a lead role in a growing pre-construction team at one of the most exciting up-and-coming contractors in the London fit out market

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