Senior Estimator

JR United Kingdom; Bathgate; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise en pleine croissance cherche un Senior Estimator pour son bureau de Bathgate. Ce rôle clé soutient des projets énergétiques et de logement, et exige une expertise en estimation, ainsi qu'une solide connaissance des contrats de construction. Le candidat idéal travaillera dans un environnement innovant et collaboratif.

Benefits

32 jours de congés annuels

Programme de soutien aux employés 24/7

Événements d'engagement pour le personnel et leur famille

Environnement de travail inclusif et solidaire

Qualifications

• Expérience prouvée dans l'estimation pour un contractant principal dans la construction ou l'énergie.
• Connaissance forte des contrats JCT et des processus de réconciliation.
• Doit avoir un permis de conduire britannique valide.

Responsibilities

• Préparer et livrer des estimations de coûts précises et compétitives.
• Soutenir les équipes d'enchères avec des informations commerciales.
• Analyser les devis de sous-traitants et sécuriser des packs compétitifs.

Skills

Estimation

Analyse des risques

Connaissance des contrats JCT

Utilisation de Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Location: Bathgate (Hybrid Working Options)

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

The Role

We’re working with a growing division of a national 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)
• Flexible Benefits Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 online and telephone support)
• 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
• 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