Senior Estimator

Senior Estimator – Commercial Construction

Location: Cambridgeshire (Hybrid options available)

Salary: Up to £100,000 Package (DOE) / Comprehensive Benefits

Sector: Commercial, Education, Healthcare, & Heritage

Opportunity

The company is an award‑winning commercial contractor expanding across the East of England and South East, with projects ranging from £350k refurbishments to £15M+ new builds. We seek a commercially astute Senior Estimator to join a well‑established team.

Role

As a Senior Estimator, you will be the commercial lead during the pre‑construction phase, providing a strategic voice in winning work and building lasting relationships with a high‑quality supply chain.

• Lead the preparation of prime cost estimates and tender submissions for projects ranging from £1M to £15M+.
• Conduct thorough site visits and attend pre‑tender meetings to understand project complexities.
• Collaborate closely with Design and Project Management teams to identify value engineering opportunities.
• Manage and nurture relationships with sub‑contractors and suppliers to ensure competitive and accurate pricing.
• Identify commercial risks and propose mitigation strategies.

Qualifications

• Proven track record as an Estimator or Senior Estimator within a UK Main Contractor.
• Experience in Education, Healthcare, or Heritage/Restoration projects is highly desirable.
• Proficient in estimating software (e.g., Conquest, CauseWay) and a strong grasp of 2‑stage tenders and JCT contracts.
• Proactive, hands‑on professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and values quality over quantity.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and package up to £100k.
• Gold award holders for “Health at Work” and progressing towards “Investors in People” accreditation.
• Private Health Insurance, Life Insurance, flexible/hybrid working options, pension.
• Clear career progression, support for professional chartership and development.