Estimator – Senior & Intermediate

Salary: £54,000 – £108,000 per year

The Client: 

One of the most recognisable regional names in the London contracting market, operating for over 40 years throughout the area, this forward-thinking main contractor have quickly developed a reputation as one of the leading builders in the area, delivering an exciting range of complex projects across a range of business sectors. Run by industry specialists with a knack for fostering lasting relationships with their clients, they are currently growing and are looking to bolster their teams across the business. 

The Role: 

Looking to strengthen their pre-contract delivery, exciting vacancies for both a Senior Estimator and an Intermediate Estimator has arisen. You’d be responsible for overseeing all pricing, pre-contract and bid activity with the aim of securing a range of general building and refurbishment projects across London and into the Home Counties, across a variety of sectors including the education, residential, commercial and public sectors, for a collection of key clients including high profile frameworks. 

Responsibilities:

– Oversee all tender and bid activity including pricing, preparation and submission, ensuring accuracy and quality, from initial enquiry and take-offs 

– As Senior Estimator, offer guidance, advice and coaching to junior staff as the department steadily grows

– Provide detailed breakdowns of tenders to directors and clients, including analysis of risk and opportunity 

– Obtain best value sub-contract and supplier prices in order to maximise value for money within secured works 

– Procurement of sub-contract works including documentation and compliance 

– Hold and attend regular tender review meetings, become a focal point for developing business opportunities with clients 

– Effective communication with clients, suppliers, external consultants and colleagues through to senior management. 

Qualifications & Experience: 

– Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or an equivalent Construction-related qualification 

– Minimum 5 years’ previous experience (intermediate) or 8 years’ experience (senior) within general commercial main contracting 

– Ideally, you will be situated within a reasonable commute from North London

What to do next: 

If you are looking for a new opportunity and this role is of interest, apply via the link below and we look forward to discussing the role in more detail with you. 

If this role is not for you, but you are interested in exploring new opportunities, we’d still be keen to hear from you as we cover a wide range of positions with contractors and developers of all shapes and sizes, so please get in touch on the number provided. 

Please note, all applications are held in the strictest confidence.