Senior Estimator

A huge leading tier 1 main contractor delivering major building, infrastructure and fit out projects, looking for a Senior Estimator to join their major building division in London. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in securing high quality projects across the healthcare, education, defence, justice, commercial & public sector markets on large projects.

You will be the most senior person within the estimating team, taking ownership of multi-million pound projects, and managing another Estimator.

This is a business that doesn't recruit often as they don't tend to loose staff so this is a rare opportunity to join a busy, well sought after contractor.

Senior Estimator roles & responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of accurate and competitive cost estimates for construction projects.
• Review tender documentation, drawings, specifications, and employer's requirements to determine project scope.
• Develop pricing strategies that balance competitiveness with commercial viability.
• Manage the full estimating process from initial enquiry through to tender submission.
• Obtain, analyse, and negotiate quotations from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Prepare detailed bills of quantities, cost plans, and pricing schedules where required.
• Identify project risks, opportunities, exclusions, and value engineering options.
• Work closely with Pre-Construction, Commercial, Design, Planning, and Operations teams to develop winning bid solutions.
• Attend internal bid reviews and contribute to tender adjudication meetings.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners during the tender process.
• Support two-stage tenders, negotiated contracts, framework opportunities, and competitive bids.
• Maintain and develop cost databases, benchmarking information, and historical pricing records.
• Ensure estimates comply with company procedures, client requirements, and contractual obligations.
• Mentor and support the other Estimator in the team, providing technical guidance and reviewing their work.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the estimating and pre-construction function.

Senior Estimator requirements

• Strong Estimating experience
• Construction related degree / qualifications
• Experience working for a tier 1 main contractor
• Public sector experience

Senior Estimator Benefits

• Competitive to market rate salary
• Travel allowance
• Great bonus scheme
• Hybrid working
• Private healthcare
• Competitive pension
• Great annual leave scheme
• Opportunity to work for one of the UK's largest main contractors
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