Senior Estimator

A leading construction and infrastructure services provider is seeking a Senior Estimator to join its growing team in Wath upon Dearne, South Yorkshire or Nottingham. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in delivering major construction, refurbishment, maintenance, asset management and infrastructure projects while developing your expertise within a forward-thinking organisation focused on innovation, sustainability and long-term growth.

The Role As The Senior Estimator, You’ll

• Lead the preparation and delivery of detailed and strategic cost estimates for major and complex construction tenders.
• Analyse and interpret tender documentation, drawings and specifications to identify commercial risks and opportunities.
• Develop competitive pricing strategies aligned with business objectives, market conditions and client expectations.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and subcontractors to secure competitive and reliable quotations.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior estimators, promoting best practice and continuous improvement.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Commercial Directors and design teams to ensure estimates align with project delivery plans and risk profiles.
• Support contract negotiations and post-tender clarifications to help secure profitable project awards.
• Drive improvements in estimating processes, systems and documentation to increase consistency and efficiency.
• Present commercial bids, cost plans and risk assessments to senior leadership and client stakeholders.

You’ll Bring

• A degree or equivalent professional qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• At least five years’ estimating experience within the construction industry, with a proven track record of leading major tenders.
• Strong expertise in cost planning, value engineering, risk analysis and commercial estimating.
• Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills.

Eligibility To Work In The UK. Desirable Experience Includes

• Chartered status or working towards professional accreditation (MRICS, MCIOB or equivalent).
• Experience across refurbishment, repairs, maintenance, voids, asset management and infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of BIM, digital estimating technologies and data analytics.
• Experience securing large-scale contracts and framework agreements.
• Understanding of public sector procurement processes and regulatory compliance.

You’ll Receive

• Competitive salary.
• Company vehicle.
• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays.
• Life assurance (3x annual salary).
• Company pension scheme.
• Employee discount platform with major retailers.
• Gym membership discounts.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Holiday purchase scheme.
• Two paid Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) days each year.

Ongoing Training, Professional Qualifications And Personalised Development Programmes

• Employee Assistance Programme and mental wellbeing support.
• Access to a range of employee networks promoting diversity, inclusion and career development.

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