Senior Estimator

Conrad Consulting Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consultancy in Bristol is seeking a Senior Estimator to oversee pre-contract estimating on major infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have 6-12+ years of experience and strong estimating skills. They will be responsible for delivering robust cost estimates and mentoring junior colleagues. The position offers a competitive salary of £65,000 - £75,000 plus excellent benefits and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Pension

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 6-12+ years in estimating, ideally within consultancy or a tier-one contractor.
• Strong estimating skills across labour, plant, materials, and indirects.
• Experience in various sectors including Commercial, Residential, Infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Deliver end-to-end estimating on projects ranging from £10m to £500m+.
• Prepare and present robust first-principles estimates.
• Coach and mentor junior estimators within the team.

Skills

First-principles estimating

Client-facing communication

Excel proficiency

Risk analysis

Education

Degree/HNC in QS/Engineering/Construction Management

MRICS/ACostE (or working towards)

Tools

CostX

Candy

Cleopatra

Job description

We're working with a leading global consultancy who are looking to appoint a Senior Estimator to strengthen their Cost & Estimating team. You'll take ownership of pre-contract estimating on major infrastructure programmes, provide strategic cost advice, and support the development of junior colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver end-to-end estimating on projects ranging from £10m to £500m+.
• Prepare and present robust first-principles estimates, risk allowances, and cost models.
• Lead value engineering sessions and scope reviews with project teams.
• Support procurement, tender analysis, and bid evaluations.
• Produce clear, client-facing reports and confidently present estimates.
• Coach and mentor junior estimators within the team.

What We're Looking For

• 6-12+ years in estimating, ideally within consultancy or a tier-one contractor.
• Strong first-principles estimating skills across labour, plant, materials, and indirects.
• Proficiency with Excel; experience of CostX, Candy, Cleopatra, or similar tools.
• Sector experience in Commercial, Residential, Infrastructure, Healthcare, Education or Defence.
• Degree/HNC in QS/Engineering/Construction Management; MRICS/ACostE (or working towards).
• Confident communicator with excellent client-facing skills.
• UK right to work (security clearance helpful but not essential).

What's on Offer

• £65,000 - £75,000 salary (DOE).
• Excellent benefits package including private healthcare & pension.
• Genuine career growth with a clear path to more senior roles.
• Opportunity to join a global consultancy with first-class training and progression.

Interested? Contact Max Condie on (phone number removed) or apply now to find out more