Senior Estimator

Think Recruitment

Remote-friendly

Senior Estimator

Up to £85,000 + Excellent Package + Hybrid Working

Coventry / West Midlands

Established Regional Main Contractor

Projects up to £40m

Are you an experienced Senior Estimator looking to join one of the Midlands' most respected construction contractors?

Due to continued growth and a strong secured workload, this long-established regional contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Estimator to strengthen its successful Pre-Construction team.

Offering a competitive salary of up to £85,000, an excellent benefits package and hybrid working, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that genuinely values work-life balance, career development and long-term progression.

The Company

Our client is an established regional contractor with an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality construction projects across the Midlands.

With decades of success behind them, they have built long-term relationships with both public and private sector clients and continue to enjoy sustained growth through repeat business and negotiated work.

Their projects typically range from £5 million to £40 million across a variety of sectors including:

  • Education
  • Healthcare
  • Commercial
  • Residential
  • Extra Care
  • Industrial
  • Leisure

The Role

Working within an experienced Pre-Construction team, you will take responsibility for managing tenders from initial enquiry through to successful project handover.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Preparing accurate cost estimates and tender submissions.
  • Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
  • Producing detailed analytical estimates and cost plans.
  • Obtaining and evaluating subcontractor and supplier quotations.
  • Preparing bills of quantities and pricing preliminaries.
  • Identifying project risks and opportunities throughout the tender process.
  • Carrying out value engineering exercises to maximise value for clients.
  • Attending tender adjudication meetings and presenting estimates to senior management.
  • Liaising with the commercial, design and operational teams to ensure buildability and programme considerations are incorporated.
  • Supporting post-tender negotiations with clients and consultants.
  • Providing a thorough handover to the construction team following successful project awards.

About You

We're looking for someone who has:

  • Proven experience as an Estimator or Senior Estimator with a main contractor.
  • Experience pricing new build and refurbishment projects.
  • Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills.
  • Excellent knowledge of subcontractor procurement and supply chain management.
  • The ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  • A collaborative approach with strong attention to detail.
  • Experience using estimating software alongside Microsoft Office.

What's on Offer?

  • Salary up to £85,000
  • Hybrid working
  • Car allowance
  • Company pension
  • Generous holiday allowance
  • Flexible benefits package
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Genuine career progression opportunities
  • Stable pipeline of secured projects
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment

If you're an experienced Senior Estimator looking to join a highly respected regional contractor that offers an excellent culture, hybrid working and genuine long-term career prospects, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today for a confidential discussion.

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