Estimator/Senior Estimator

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing construction contractor in Manchester is seeking an experienced Estimator or Senior Estimator. The role involves preparing competitive tenders for projects valued between £500k and £6m, managing the estimating process, and collaborating with teams. Ideal candidates will have substantial estimating experience in education, healthcare, and residential sectors. This position offers a salary up to £65,000 and comprehensive benefits including a car allowance and pension.

Benefits

Salary up to £65,000

Comprehensive benefits package

Car allowance

Pension

Holidays

Career prospects

Qualifications

• Proven experience in estimating within the construction industry.
• Strong understanding of education, healthcare, and residential projects.
• Proficiency in using Conquest estimating software is essential.
• Excellent attention to detail and commercial awareness.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and competitive tenders for various projects.
• Manage the full estimating process from initial enquiry through to submission.
• Analyse drawings, specifications, and subcontractor quotations.

Skills

Estimating experience

Understanding of education projects

Understanding of healthcare projects

Understanding of residential projects

Attention to detail

Commercial awareness

Team collaboration

Tools

Conquest estimating software

Job description

Your new company

This Lancashire-based SME contractor has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality construction projects across the education, healthcare, and residential sectors. With a growing portfolio of new build and refurbishment schemes, they are seeking an experienced Estimator or Senior Estimator to join their commercial team and support continued growth.

Your new role

You will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive tenders for a range of projects, typically valued between £500k and £6m. Working closely with the Directors and operational teams, you'll manage the full estimating process from initial enquiry through to submission. You'll be expected to analyse drawings, specifications, and subcontractor quotations, and ensure all costs are captured effectively.

What you’ll need to succeed

• Proven experience in estimating within the construction industry
• Strong understanding of education, healthcare, and residential projects
• Proficiency in using Conquest estimating software is essential
• Excellent attention to detail and commercial awareness
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

What you’ll get in return

• Salary up to £65,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including car allowance, pension, and holidays
• Opportunity to work with a respected and growing regional contractor
• Supportive working environment with long-term career prospects

What you need to do now

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Desired Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in estimating within the construction industry
• Strong understanding of education, healthcare, and residential projects
• Proficiency in using Conquest estimating software is essential
• Excellent attention to detail and commercial awareness
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

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