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Senior Estimator
Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ 50,000 - 60,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Purpose of the Role
The Senior Estimator will take ownership of the pre-construction process from initial tender through to contract award, ensuring a smooth handover to delivery teams. The role also includes providing timely commercial support and maintaining a high level of accuracy and compliance throughout the estimating function.
Key Responsibilities
* Review tender documentation (ITT) to confirm scope, constraints, and key dates.
* Lead tender launch meetings to establish strategy, milestones, and responsibilities.
* Define deliverables for tender returns with clear ownership across the team (e.g. programme, quality, social value).
* Coordinate with design teams and stakeholders to refine technical solutions.
* Undertake site visits to assess access, logistics, and constraints.
* Prepare Bills of Quantities and cost plans using Conquest or similar estimating software.
* Manage supply-chain engagement: issue compliant enquiries, respond to queries, and drive competitive coverage.
* Collaborate with internal teams including:
* Project/Contracts Managers on programme, methodology, and logistics.
* Procurement on materials and product selection.
* Health & Safety leads on project-specific requirements.
* Maintain and contribute to project risk registers.
* Lead mid-tender reviews, presenting status, risks, and opportunities to senior leadership.
* Produce fully compliant and competitively priced submissions, ensuring all return forms are completed accurately and submitted on time.
* Manage structured handover processes, presenting the estimate to delivery teams and issuing supporting documentation.
* Track and resolve all queries and actions promptly.
Skills & Experience
* Proven background in leading tenders within a main contractor environment.
* Strong knowledge of buildability, construction methodologies, and logistics.
* Proficiency with estimating software (Conquest or equivalent) and MS Office tools.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Strong organisational ability, with a focus on deadlines, compliance, and governanceBefore You Apply
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