We are a small but rapidly growing construction company looking to appoint an experienced Senior Estimator to lead and develop our estimating function. This is a key senior role where the successful candidate will build and manage an estimating desk, with the opportunity to grow a team beneath them as the business expands.

This role will suit a confident, commercially minded estimator who can work independently, take ownership of pricing merging workloads, and play a pivotal role in winning work and shaping our future pipeline.

Key Responsibilities

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Lead all estimating activities across the business

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Pricing and managing:

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Framework quotations

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Small works quotations

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Large-scale tenders and bids

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Identify and source new opportunities through public and private tender portals

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Prepare, manage and submit bids through public procurement platforms

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Develop accurate and competitive costings across all construction trades

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Build and maintain rate schedules and pricing databases

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Take ownership of estimating programmes, deadlines, and submissions

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Liaise directly with clients and potential clients to clarify scope, pricing, and feedback

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Gather and analyse post-tender feedback to continually improve bid success

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Support future growth by helping structure and mentor junior estimators

Essential Experience & Skills

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Proven experience as a Senior Estimator within the construction industry

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Strong working knowledge of public tender portals and procurement processes

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Extensive experience estimating construction works across multiple disciplines

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Ability to confidently build and justify own rates

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Excellent understanding of construction methods, sequencing, and programme durations

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Advanced user of Excel

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Experience with Bluebeam or similar take-off/estimating software

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Confident navigating and interpreting schedules of rates

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Highly organised with the ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines

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Excellent communication skills with the confidence to engage clients, consultants, and stakeholders

What We Offer

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A senior, influential role within a growing business

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Opportunity to build and lead an estimating team

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Competitive salary

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Long-term career progression and stability

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A collaborative and supportive working environment