Senior Estimator in Watford

Senior Estimator in Watford

Watford Full-Time 80000 - 90000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead pricing and cost planning for high-value construction projects.
  • Company: Reputable main contractor with a strong focus on employee welfare.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and a supportive team environment.
  • Other info: Opportunities for career growth and development in a collaborative setting.
  • Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact on exciting construction projects.
  • Qualifications: 10+ years in estimating roles with experience in projects over £20m.

The predicted salary is between 80000 - 90000 £ per year.

A leading main contractor with an established reputation in the construction industry is looking to recruit an experienced and effective Senior Estimator to join their long-standing pre-construction team. The client has secured a number of key project wins recently alongside places on new frameworks and as a result has a growing number of new tenders for which they require an experienced Senior Estimator. The projects/tenders are varied in sector and are across multiple build types including New Build and Refurbishment. The business is well known for looking after their employees and many of their estimating team have been working for the business for the past 10 years.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Lead the pricing and cost planning for high-value construction projects.
  • Responsible for ensuring bids are competitive, accurate, and profitable from the early design stages until the contract is signed.
  • Create accurate build costs and manage the full estimating process for projects c£20m-£70m in value.
  • Find potential commercial or technical risks early and suggest solutions to fix them.
  • Check subcontractor quotes in detail to ensure they are fair and complete.

Desirable Experience:

  • 10 years+ experience with main contractors in pure Estimating roles.
  • Able to price work autonomously.
  • Sector experience must include projects in excess of £20m.
  • Previous Roles: Lead Estimator OR Senior Estimator OR Estimator.

Qualifications & Skills:

  • Degree/BTEC (or comparable) in Construction related subject.
  • Conquest software experience.

Application Process:

If you would like more information on this Senior Estimator position or any other vacancy please email your current CV through to Jess Quinn; where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest.

Senior Estimator in Watford employer: APPLE TECHNICAL RECRUITMENT (UK) LIMITED

Apple Technical Recruitment (UK) Limited is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With a focus on high-value healthcare projects in East Anglia, employees benefit from competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, and the opportunity to lead impactful initiatives that exceed £100m, making it a rewarding place for professionals seeking meaningful contributions in their careers.

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Contact Details:

APPLE TECHNICAL RECRUITMENT (UK) LIMITED Recruitment Team

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Cost Planning
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Construction Project Management
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