Senior Estimator

ZipRecruiter; Bathgate; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy services provider seeks a Senior Estimator for its Bathgate office, offering competitive remuneration and flexible working. In this role, you'll manage the estimating process to support high-profile projects, contributing to community-focused initiatives within construction and energy sectors.

Benefits

32 days annual leave

Employer-contributed pension scheme

Flexible Benefits Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee recognition schemes

Engagement events for staff and families

Qualifications

• Proven experience estimating for a main contractor in the construction or energy industry.
• Strong working knowledge of JCT contracts and cost/value reconciliation.
• Ability to work independently under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and delivering accurate and competitive cost estimates.
• Supporting bid teams with commercial insight and tender submissions.
• Analysing project risks and improving estimating processes.

Skills

Estimating

Cost analysis

Microsoft Office

Project management

Job description

Job Description

Senior Estimator

Location: Bathgate (Hybrid Working Options)

Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

The Role

We’re working with a growing division of a energy services provider to recruit an experienced Senior Estimator for their Bathgate office. This is a pivotal role within the commercial function, supporting high-profile bids and regeneration works across the energy and housing sectors.

You’ll take ownership of the estimating process from tender enquiry through to settlement, helping the business remain competitive while maintaining commercial and qualitative excellence. This role offers the chance to work within a forward-thinking team that values innovation, collaboration, and sustainability.

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary of £45,000–£55,000
• 32 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays and Christmas/New Year closure)
• Employer-contributed pension scheme
• Flexible Benefits Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 online and telephone support)
• Employee recognition schemes (including “Sureserve Legends”)
• Engagement events for staff and families
• Inclusive and supportive working environment

What You’ll Be Doing

• Preparing and delivering accurate and competitive cost estimates for construction and energy-related projects
• Supporting bid and regeneration teams with commercial insight and tender submissions
• Reviewing sub-contractor quotations and securing competitive packages
• Analysing project risk, identifying competitive edges, and improving estimating processes
• Measuring and preparing accurate quantities from tender documents
• Maintaining pricing databases and supporting post-project commercial reconciliations
• Leading internal tender review and handover processes

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience estimating for a main contractor in the construction or energy industry
• Strong working knowledge of JCT contracts, schedules of rates, bills of quantities, and cost/value reconciliation
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel)
• Ability to work independently under pressure and prioritise effectively
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable Experience

• Familiarity with social housing refurbishment or energy efficiency projects
• Understanding of maintenance contracts, NEC contracts, or NHF SORs
• Experience using computerised estimating packages

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you’re a Senior Estimator with a background in construction, energy, or housing frameworks and want to be part of a progressive company making a real difference to UK communities, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact William at Engineered Connections on 020 3834 9649