Estimator / Senior Estimator - Main Contractor

Derby Source: WhatJobs

£60,000–£80,000

Estimator / Senior Estimator - Main Contractor

Derby | £60,000 - £80,000 + Package

We are recruiting for an experienced Estimator / Senior Estimator to join a highly regarded, established regional main contractor based in Derby.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful construction business with a strong reputation across the Midlands, an established client base and a varied pipeline of projects across both the public and private sectors.

The business delivers projects across education, healthcare, commercial, industrial, leisure, civic and public-sector frameworks, and is looking to strengthen its Pre-Construction team with an experienced Estimator who can play a key role in securing the next generation of projects.

The Role

Working as part of an established Pre-Construction team, you will take responsibility for preparing competitive and commercially robust tenders across a range of construction projects.

Depending on your experience, you could join at either Estimator or Senior Estimator level, with the scope and responsibility tailored accordingly.

You will be involved throughout the tender process, including reviewing tender documentation, developing pricing strategies, producing accurate cost plans, obtaining and analysing subcontractor quotations and working closely with the wider Pre-Construction, Commercial and Operational teams.

The role will include:

Managing tenders from initial enquiry through to submission
Preparing detailed and accurate estimates
Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation
Producing bills of quantities and tender breakdowns
Subcontractor and supplier enquiries
Analysing quotations and identifying best value
Assessing project risk and opportunity
Working closely with Design, Commercial and Operational teams
Supporting value engineering and alternative construction solutions
Attending tender adjudications and client meetings
Contributing to tender presentations and post-tender negotiations
Supporting the handover of successfully secured projects to delivery teams

About You

We're looking for an Estimator who understands main contracting and can demonstrate a successful track record of pricing construction projects.

Ideally, you'll have:

Previous Estimating experience with a main contractor
Experience across new build and/or refurbishment projects
A strong understanding of construction methodology
Good knowledge of subcontractor markets and supply chains
Excellent analytical and numerical skills
Strong commercial awareness
The ability to interrogate drawings, specifications and tender information
Experience managing tenders independently
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
A relevant construction qualification would be advantageous

For the Senior Estimator level, we're particularly interested in candidates capable of taking ownership of significant tenders and working closely with senior management throughout the bid process.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This isn't about joining a huge national contractor and becoming another number within an enormous Pre-Construction department.

It's an opportunity to join an established and respected Midlands contractor where your experience, judgement and relationships can genuinely influence which projects the business pursues and ultimately secures.

The company has a long-standing presence within the region, a diverse project portfolio and a strong history of repeat and framework-led work.

For somebody looking for stability, interesting projects and the opportunity to have a real influence within a Pre-Construction team, there's a lot to like.