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Senior Estimator

Job Posted: 2 days ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Glasgow

Expire in: 25 days

Job Description

We're working on behalf of one of the UK's most recognised privately owned construction contractors to source an experienced Senior Estimator to join their pre-construction team based in Glasgow. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute estimator looking to play a key role in the successful delivery of large building projects across sectors including commercial, healthcare, education, industrial and public sector developments.

You will take ownership of tender submissions from initial enquiry through to final bid submission, working closely with operational, commercial and design teams to develop competitive and winning tenders.

Key responsibilities:
- Managing the estimating process for building construction projects ranging from £10m to £100m+.
- Reviewing tender documentation, specifications and drawings.
- Preparing accurate cost plans, estimates and tender submissions.
- Identifying value engineering opportunities and alternative construction methodologies.
- Obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations.
- Leading tender adjudication meetings and presenting recommendations to senior management.
- Assessing project risks, opportunities and procurement strategies.
- Supporting bid writing and pre-construction presentations where required.
- Maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and supply chain partners.
- Providing handover support to project delivery teams following contract award.

Requirements:
- Significant experience in a Senior Estimator or Estimator role with a main contractor.
- Strong knowledge of building construction projects across a range of sectors.
- Experience pricing both traditional and design-and-build projects.
- Excellent understanding of construction methods, procurement routes and commercial principles.
- Strong analytical and numerical skills with a high level of attention to detail.
- Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.

On offer:
- Opportunity to join a highly regarded contractor.
- Diverse portfolio of building projects.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.

Sound like the role for you? Apply today!

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For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application

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