Senior Commercial Estimator — Tender Lead

Randstad Construction & Property; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Construction & Property in Gateshead is seeking an experienced Estimator for commercial construction. This office-based role requires you to own tenders from enquiry through submission, with strong contract knowledge across JCT Design & Build and NEC.

You will conduct cost take-offs, manage subcontractor quotes, use Viewpoint 4P for documentation, and collaborate with the wider team to ensure a clean handover after bid award.

Qualifications

• 5-6 years of experience as an Estimator within commercial build/construction.
• Proven track record of independently managing tenders from start to finish.
• Practical understanding of JCT Design & Build and NEC contract suites.
• Experience using Viewpoint 4P (or similar document management software).
• Fully office-based role in Gateshead with local regional project focus.

Responsibilities

• Tender Management: Autonomously lead and manage tenders from receipt of enquiry to final submission and client presentation.
• Costing & Take-Offs: Analyze tender documentation, prepare accurate material and labor take-offs, and produce detailed bills of quantities.
• Contract Analysis: Review contract conditions and apply robust commercial/contractual understanding across JCT D&B and NEC frameworks.
• Subcontractor & Supplier Enquiries: Obtain, compare, and negotiate competitive subcontractor tenders and material supply quotes.
• Document Management: Utilize Viewpoint 4P to manage project correspondence, tender packages, and commercial records.
• Handover & Team Collaboration: Work closely with the wider commercial and operational teams to ensure seamless project handovers upon successful bid award.

Skills

Tender management

Autonomy

Contract knowledge

Viewpoint 4P

Tools

Viewpoint 4P

Job description

Randstad Construction & Property in Gateshead is seeking an experienced Estimator for commercial construction. This office-based role requires you to own tenders from enquiry through submission, with strong contract knowledge across JCT Design & Build and NEC.

You will conduct cost take-offs, manage subcontractor quotes, use Viewpoint 4P for documentation, and collaborate with the wider team to ensure a clean handover after bid award.