Job DescriptionSenior Estimator - Main Contractor Location - Pendeford, Wolverhampton Salary/Package - £60,000 - £75,000 + Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits Package
About the Company
Our client is a well-established regional main contractor delivering high-quality construction projects across the Midlands and Wales. Operating across the commercial, industrial, education, healthcare, public sector, and mixed-use sectors, they have built an outstanding reputation for delivering both new build and refurbishment schemes through collaborative working, commercial excellence, and exceptional client service. With a strong pipeline of secured work and continued investment in their people and supply chain, the business continues to grow sustainably. Their success is built on accurate pre-construction planning, first-principles estimating, and long-standing relationships with clients and subcontractors.
The Role
As Senior Estimator, you will be responsible for:
- Preparing competitive tenders for new build and refurbishment projects valued between £250k and £8m
- Producing accurate first-principles estimates using sound construction methodology and sequencing
- Reviewing drawings, specifications, and employer's requirements to fully understand project scope
- Identifying commercial and technical risks throughout the tender process
- Managing subcontractor and supplier enquiries to ensure competitive and compliant pricing
- Evaluating subcontractor quotations for both commercial and technical compliance
- Preparing detailed cost plans and tender submissions
- Attending tender adjudication meetings and contributing to commercial strategy and pricing decisions
- Providing clear and comprehensive handovers to delivery teams following successful tenders
- Working closely with Directors, the Commercial Manager, and operational teams to secure future work
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors
The Ideal Candidate
The successful Senior Estimator will have:
- Proven estimating experience within a UK Main Contractor environment
- Alternatively, experienced Estimators ready to step into a Senior Estimator role will also be considered
- Experience pricing both Design & Build and traditional construction contracts
- Strong understanding of construction methodology, sequencing, and cost planning
- Excellent first-principles estimating ability
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills
- Experience using Causeway Estimating software would be advantageous
- Knowledge of Midlands and Wales subcontractor supply chains would be highly desirable
- Excellent commercial awareness, communication, and negotiation skills
- A proactive, organised, and commercially focused approach
What's on Offer
- Competitive basic salary of £60,000 - £75,000
- Car allowance
- Hybrid working (typically 1-2 days per week in the office)
- 33 days annual leave including bank holidays
- Ongoing professional development and training
- Long-term career progression within a growing and financially secure regional contractor
- Opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of commercial, industrial, education, healthcare, and public sector projects
- Collaborative and supportive working environment with genuine flexibility
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of , , , , , , , , or any other characteristic.
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