Overview
In this Senior Estimator role, you will own the full tender process from enquiry to handover for a Bristol-based facades and cladding specialist. You’ll collaborate with clients, suppliers and internal teams to develop accurate, competitive estimates that support on-time, successful project delivery. The role focuses on identifying costs, risks and assumptions early, and shaping robust pricing for complex projects. You’ll work with cross-functional teams to drive improvements in estimating and pre-construction, contributing to the company’s growth and reputation for quality.
Responsibilities
- Review tender enquiries, drawings and specifications to define project scope
- Attend site visits and liaise with clients and stakeholders to clarify requirements
- Prepare take-offs, measurements and cost estimates for labour, materials, plant, services and subcontract works
- Identify risks, exclusions and assumptions for tender pricing
- Source and manage supplier and subcontractor quotations
- Coordinate with procurement to ensure competitive pricing
- Work with design, commercial and operational teams to ensure accurate tender submissions
- Support pre-construction with scope, design, procurement, programme and logistics
- Agree final project pricing and payment terms prior to commencement
- Provide commercial handovers and ongoing estimating support during project delivery
- Ensure compliance with statutory, health, safety and environmental requirements
- Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and internal teams
- Support continuous improvement of estimating processes
Key requirements
- 5+ years' estimating experience in roofing and cladding
- Understanding of subcontract documentation and tender processes
- Ability to read construction drawings and specifications
- Proven experience with quantity take-offs and measurements
- Experience producing detailed, robust estimates
- Strong understanding of labour, material, plant and subcontract costs
- Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management
- Strong attention to detail and organization
- Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines
- Collaborative approach with internal and external teams
- communication
- negotiation
- stakeholder management
- Eque2
- Microsoft Excel
- Evaluate or similar estimating software
Senior Estimator in Bristol employer: Fawkes & Reece
Fawkes & Reece is an exceptional employer for those looking to thrive in the recruitment industry, particularly within the vibrant Northampton area. With a strong emphasis on personal and professional growth, employees benefit from comprehensive training, an uncapped commission structure, and a supportive team culture that values relationships and results. The company also offers attractive perks such as quarterly bonuses and exclusive discounts, making it a rewarding place to build a career.
