Your new company
You will be joining a leading UK main contractor with a strong presence across the Midlands and an excellent reputation for delivering major, technically challenging construction projects.
The business has a secure pipeline of new-build and large-scale refurbishment schemes, with project values typically ranging from £20m to £100m+. Projects span a diverse range of sectors including Commercial, Education, Healthcare, Industrial and Local Authority.
Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of opportunities, they are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Estimator to join their pre-construction team, based from their East Midlands Region.
Your new role
As Senior Estimator, you will play a key role within the pre-construction team, taking responsibility for producing accurate and competitive tenders for major construction projects throughout the Midlands.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading the estimating process on projects ranging from £20m to £100m+
- Preparing detailed and accurate cost estimates for new-build and major refurbishment schemes
- Reviewing tender documentation, drawings and specifications
- Preparing subcontractor and supplier enquiry packages
- Analysing and evaluating subcontractor quotations
- Producing detailed tender adjudications and cost plans
- Identifying potential commercial risks and opportunities at tender stage
- Developing competitive and commercially robust tender submissions
- Working closely with Pre-Construction Managers, Planners, Design Managers and the wider commercial team
- Liaising with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers throughout the tender process
- Supporting value engineering and alternative construction solutions
- Assisting with handover from pre-construction into the operational delivery team
- Supporting and mentoring junior members of the estimating team where required
What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this position, you will ideally have:
- Previous experience as a Senior Estimator or an experienced Estimator ready to progress
- A strong main contractor background
- Experience tendering medium to large-scale construction projectsExperience working on new-build and/or major refurbishment projects
- Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials and procurement
- Excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail
- The ability to analyse drawings, specifications and tender documentation
- Strong subcontractor and supply chain knowledge
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- The ability to manage multiple tender opportunities and deadlines
- A relevant construction or commercial qualification would be advantageous
- Previous estimating experience across Commercial, Education, Healthcare, Industrial or Local Authority projects would be particularly beneficial.
What you get in return
In return, you will receive a highly competitive salary and benefits package alongside the opportunity to work on major construction opportunities across the Midlands:
- £75,000 - £90,000 salary DOE
- Company car or car allowance
- Bonus scheme
- Private medical cover
- Hybrid working
- Tender major projects valued from £20m to £100m+
- Strong and secure pipeline across the Midlands
- Exposure to a varied portfolio of new-build and refurbishment schemes
- Long-term career development and progression
- Opportunity to join an established and highly regarded main contractor
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