About the Client

Our Client is an established specialist construction subcontractor operating across drylining, steel framing systems (SFS), fa-ades 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)
  • Fa-ades
  • 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.