Estimator / Senior Estimator

Bigblue UK; London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly growing fit out contractor in London is seeking an experienced Estimator or Senior Estimator to join their pre-construction team. This role offers a salary between £65,000 and £95,000, depending on experience, along with strong benefits. The successful candidate will manage tenders for commercial fit outs and refurbishments, working closely with clients and the Head of Estimating. Opportunities for career progression and involvement in standout projects await.

Benefits

Strong benefits package

Genuine opportunity for progression

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Estimator or Senior Estimator in the fit out or refurbishment sector.
• Excellent numerical, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage and lead tenders from initial enquiry through to submission.
• Prepare accurate and competitive cost plans and tender submissions.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners throughout the process.

Skills

Estimating experience in fit out or refurbishment sector

Managing tenders in £2m–£20m+ range

Technical knowledge of office fit out

Numerical and analytical skills

Proficiency in estimation software

Tools

ConQuest

Excel

Job description

Location:London
Salary:£65,000 – £95,000 (depending on experience) + benefits
Company:UK Fit Out Contractor

Reporting To:Head of Estimating
Project Values:£2m – £20m+
Sectors:Commercial fit outs, refurbishments, cut & carve

The Opportunity

We’re working with a rapidly growing, fit out contractorwith a turnover of around £50m, who are looking to expand their pre-construction team with an experienced Estimator or Senior Estimator.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic, ambitious company delivering high-quality commercial office fit outs, refurbishments, and complex cut & carve projectsacross London.

You’ll be given the autonomy to lead your own tendersand work closely with the Head of Estimating and wider pre-construction team.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Independently manage and lead tendersfrom initial enquiry through to submission

• Prepare accurate and competitive cost plans and tender submissions

• Liaise with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners throughout the process

• Carry out site visits and subcontractor pricing evaluations

• Attend tender interviews and presentations as required

• Work collaboratively with design, planning, and delivery teams

• Identify value engineering opportunities and commercial risks

• Support junior estimators or pre-construction staff if required

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as an Estimator or Senior Estimator in the fit out or refurbishmentsector

• Confident managing tenders in the £2m–£20m+ range

• Strong technical knowledge across office fit out, refurbishment, and cut & carve schemes

• Excellent numerical, analytical, and communication skills

• Ability to work independently and under pressure to meet deadlines

• Proficiency in estimation software (e.g. ConQuest, Excel, or similar)

• A proactive, solutions-driven approach

What’s On Offer

• Salary between £65,000 – £95,000(depending on experience)

• Strong benefits package

• Genuine opportunity for progression as the business continues to grow

• A supportive team environment and direct reporting line to the Head of Estimating

• The chance to work on standout commercial projects in Central London

Apply nowto take a lead role in a growing pre-construction team at one of the most exciting up-and-coming contractors in the London fit out market.