Job Description:

About the Client

Our Client is an established specialist construction subcontractor operating across drylining, steel framing systems (SFS), façades and related building packages.

The business operates within technically demanding construction environments, combining specialist delivery capabilities with commercial expertise. They are looking for a Senior Construction Estimator who can take ownership of tenders, demonstrate sound commercial judgement and contribute to the successful delivery of specialist construction projects.

Roles/Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of detailed tender estimates from initial enquiry through to final submission.
• Review technical information, architectural drawings, specifications and scope boundaries.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates covering materials, labour, plant and subcontractor costs.
• Obtain, evaluate and compare supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Identify tender risks, assumptions, exclusions, clarifications and commercial opportunities.
• Assess buildability and ensure estimates accurately reflect project requirements.
• Coordinate with internal technical, operational and commercial teams throughout the tendering process.
• Support tender reviews, commercial clarifications and negotiations.
• Manage tender deadlines and ensure submissions are accurate, competitive and commercially robust.
• Coordinate successful tender handovers to the project delivery teams.
• Share estimating knowledge and provide guidance to less experienced colleagues where appropriate.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in an Estimator or Senior Estimator role within specialist construction subcontracting.
• Strong estimating experience in at least one of the following areas:
  • Drylining
  • Steel Framing Systems (SFS)
  • Façades
  • Related specialist construction packages.
• Proven experience taking ownership of tenders from initial enquiry through to submission.
• Ability to explain pricing methodology and demonstrate sound commercial judgement.
• Strong understanding of technical drawings, construction specifications, buildability and commercial risks.
• Experience preparing detailed material, labour, plant and subcontractor cost estimates.
• Excellent numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience across multiple specialist construction packages would be advantageous but is not essential.

Benefits

• Opportunity to take a leading role within an established specialist construction subcontractor.
• Exposure to technically demanding construction projects.
• Opportunity to work across complementary specialist construction disciplines.
• Competitive salary and benefits package, to be confirmed based on experience.
• Working pattern and potential flexibility to be discussed during the recruitment process.
• Opportunity to contribute to the development of the estimating function.
• Potential for professional development and career progression.