Senior Estimator – Milton Keynes
Up to £95,000 + Package | Tier 2 Main Contractor | Commercial, Education, Industrial & Retail
A well-established Tier 2 main contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Estimator to join its pre-construction team in Milton Keynes.
Working as part of a close-knit team of four, you will be responsible for pricing a diverse range of projects across the commercial, education, industrial and retail sectors, providing an excellent opportunity to work across a varied and interesting tender portfolio.
The Role
As Senior Estimator, you will take ownership of tenders from initial enquiry through to submission, working closely with the pre-construction and operational teams to develop accurate and competitive bids.
Your responsibilities will include:
Preparing detailed cost estimates and tenders from drawings, specifications and other tender information
Taking ownership of multiple tenders simultaneously
Reviewing and analysing project documentation to identify commercial risks and opportunities
Obtaining and assessing subcontractor and supplier quotations
Producing accurate bills of quantities and pricing schedules
Developing build-ups, preliminaries and detailed cost plans
Liaising with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers throughout the tender process
Attending tender meetings and site visits where required
Working closely with the wider pre-construction and delivery teams
Contributing to value engineering and identifying cost-saving opportunities
Presenting and supporting tender submissions through to handover
About You
The successful candidate will have strong estimating experience gained within a main contracting environment, ideally with experience working for a Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractor.
Experience pricing projects within commercial, education, industrial and/or retail sectors would be highly advantageous.
You'll be confident working independently while also enjoying the collaborative environment of a small estimating team. Strong attention to detail, commercial awareness and the ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines are essential.
What's on Offer
Salary up to £95,000, depending on experience
Competitive package
Based in Milton Keynes
Opportunity to join an established Tier 2 main contractor
Work across a varied portfolio of commercial, education, industrial and retail projects
Join an experienced estimating team of four
Excellent exposure to a diverse range of tenders
Long-term career development and progression opportunities
Role: Senior Estimator
Location: Milton Keynes
Contractor: Tier 2 Main Contractor
Sectors: Commercial | Education | Industrial | Retail
Team: Pre-Construction / Estimating – 4 people
Salary: Up to £95,000 + Package
Salary description
£60000.00 - £95000.00 per year