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Senior Estimator
Job Posted: 42 minutes ago
Salary: £ 55,000 - 70,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Dunston
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job Title: Senior Estimator - Fit Out Specialist
Location: West Midlands Office (with travel for site surveys as needed)
Salary: Dependent on Experience (DOE)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Company Overview:
We are a well-established main contractor specialising in fit out and refurbishment across multiple sectors including commercial office, industrial, and heritage. Known for delivering high-quality projects with a focus on detail and client satisfaction, we are looking to strengthen our pre-construction team with a capable and experienced Senior Estimator.
Role Overview:
The Senior Estimator will take full ownership of the tendering and pricing process across all projects. With tender values ranging from £20k to £3-4 million, and a typical workload of 10-20 tenders per month, this role is ideal for a commercially sharp, organised, and technically astute estimator who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage the full tender process from initial enquiry to final submission
Price tenders from a management contractor's perspective, using sub-contractor supply and fit packages
Obtain and analyse 3 sub-contractor quotes per trade, carry out tender analysis, and clarify scope alignment
Input accurate costings into client-supplied documentation and scopes of work
Conduct tender site visits with clients and contract managers
Liaise with and grow a network of reliable and specialist sub-contractors
Use personal judgement and past experience to assist in cost build-ups where necessary
Ensure timely and accurate submission of fully priced tenders within 2-4 week windows
Requirements:
Proven experience as a Senior Estimator or Estimator within the fit out/refurbishment sector
Strong understanding of management contracting (no direct labour pricing)
Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple tenders under tight deadlines
Excellent knowledge of sub-contractor markets and pricing processes
Proficient in tender analysis and commercial document preparation
Strong communication and negotiation skills
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