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Senior Estimator

Job Posted: a month ago

Salary: £ 70,000 - 100,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Kent

Expire in: 22 hours

Job Description

Senior Estimator

Location: Kent
 Sector: Refurbishment & Commercial Fit-Out
 Industry: Building and Construction
 Salary: £70,000 - £100,000 per annum + Package

Overview

Our client is a well-established main contractor specialising in healthcare refurbishments and commercial fit-out projects across London and the South East.

Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, they are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join their pre-construction team based in Kent.

The Role

The Senior Estimator will be responsible for managing the estimating process from initial enquiry through to final tender submission across a range of healthcare and commercial projects.

Working closely with directors, operational teams, subcontractors, and clients, you will ensure competitive and commercially robust tenders are prepared in line with project requirements and company objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating & Tender Management

Managing tender enquiries from receipt through to submission
Preparing detailed cost plans, estimates, and tender submissions
Reviewing drawings, specifications, and tender documentation
Undertaking take-offs and producing accurate pricing schedules
Identifying value engineering opportunities and risk items
Preparing tender adjudication documents and handover information

Supply Chain & Commercial Support

Obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations
Building and maintaining strong relationships with the supply chain
Supporting negotiations with clients and subcontractors
Assisting with procurement strategies during pre-construction

Client & Stakeholder Liaison

Liaising with clients, consultants, and internal delivery teams
Attending tender interviews, meetings, and site visits where required
Supporting successful bid strategies and business development activity

Requirements

Essential:

Proven experience as an Estimator or Senior Estimator within a main contractor environment
Strong fit-out and refurbishment experience (essential)
Experience delivering healthcare and/or commercial projects
Excellent understanding of construction methods and sequencing
Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills
Ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and estimating software

Desirable:

Experience pricing healthcare refurbishment projects in live environments
Knowledge of JCT contracts
Relevant construction qualification

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