Senior Estimator

The Construction Index Ltd; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company based in Chelmsford seeks a Senior Estimator to join their growing team. This role involves preparing cost estimates for residential housing developments and mentoring junior estimators. The position offers a competitive salary, car allowance, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Stable Company

Close Knit Team

Yearly Performance Bonuses

Immediate Start

Qualifications

• Experience preparing groundworks tenders, preferably in the residential sector.
• Proven track record of successful contracts.
• Valid UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Analyse tender documents and perform quantity take-offs.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates including risk contingencies.
• Liaise with suppliers, sourcing competitive quotes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Cost estimating

Tender preparation

Job description

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Senior Estimator

Chelmsford

£75,000 - £85,000 + Car Allowance + Stable Company + Close Knit Team + Yearly Performance Bonuses + Immediate Start

Join a growing company specialising in residential housing developments as a Senior Estimator and become an integral part of their team where your skills will be valued, respected, and rewarded. Long term work alongside a close-knit team and be a major part of the company's growth to come.

• Salary: £75000.00 - £85000.00 per annum
• Type: Full Time
• Region: UK - East
• Town/City: Chelmsford, Essex
• Posted: 30/05/2025
• Reference: BBBH22664_1748621781
  
  

Job Description

Senior Estimator

Chelmsford

£75,000 - £85,000 + Car Allowance + Stable Company + Close Knit Team + Yearly Performance Bonuses + Immediate Start

Join a growing company specialising in residential housing developments as a Senior Estimator and become an integral part of their team where your skills will be valued, respected, and rewarded. Long term work alongside a close-knit team and be a major part of the company's growth to come.

With success and steady growth driven by a reputation for high-quality workmanship and strong relationships with both clients and colleagues, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Estimator to join a well-respected team. In this role, you'll play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered to the highest standard, enjoy ongoing recognition for your work and exceptional job security. Become a valued team member, not just a number.

Your Role As Senior Estimator Include

• Analyse Tender Documents & Drawings: Review project specs, perform quantity take-offs, and identify scope for groundworks including excavation, drainage, and foundations.
• Prepare Detailed Cost Estimates: Calculate materials, labor, and plant costs; apply risk contingencies and suggest value engineering options.
• Liaise with Suppliers & Subcontractors: Source competitive quotes, maintain pricing databases, and ensure accurate market rates are used.
• Coordinate with Internal Teams & Clients: Attend meetings, clarify project requirements, and support pre-construction planning and bid submissions.
• Mentor Junior Estimators & Oversee Submissions
  
  

The Successful Senior Quantity Surveyor Will Need

• Experience preparing groundworks tenders - Residential sector preferred but not essential.
• Proven track record of successful contracts, with evidence of previous projects worked on.
• Full, valid UK driving licence required for site visits and client meetings.
  
  

For immediate consideration call Bradley Gilbert on 020 3813 7943 and click to apply!

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This vacancy is being advertised by Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd. The services of Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd are that of an Employment Agency.

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