Senior Estimator

Spencer and James; City Of London; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Estimator for a Tier 1 Principal Contractor in London. This pivotal role involves mentoring a small team and preparing multi-million-pound tenders in housing maintenance. Candidates should have proven experience in estimating and tender preparation, with strong communication and leadership skills. Join a supportive culture with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Supportive working culture

Opportunity to work on high-value tenders

Qualifications

• Proven experience in housing maintenance estimating, ideally with exposure to planned, responsive repairs and voids.
• Strong background in tender preparation and submission.
• In-depth knowledge of commercial pricing models such as Schedule of Rates, Price per Property, and Price per Repair.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders.
• Leadership experience, with the ability to support and develop a team.

Responsibilities

• Analyse tender documents to identify submission requirements, risks, and opportunities.
• Take the lead in preparing and submitting tenders, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company standards.
• Present pricing strategies and commercial recommendations to senior management.
• Collaborate with Commercial and Operational teams to design efficient and innovative delivery solutions.
• Develop cost plans using subcontractor quotations, labour analysis, and alternative delivery models.
• Complete and submit client pricing schedules accurately and within deadlines.
• Mentor and manage a small team of Estimators, providing guidance and professional development support.

Skills

Housing maintenance estimating

Tender preparation and submission

Commercial pricing models

Communication skills

Leadership experience

Job description

Job Title: Senior Estimator - Social Housing Maintenance

Location: London

Package: up to £85,000 (Basic Salary) - DOE, £6,000 (Car Allowance)

Overview

Spencer & James are representing a leading Tier 1 Principal Contractor that are seeking a Senior Estimator to join their Housing Maintenance team, based in London. This is a pivotal position where you'll play a central role mentoring and managing a small team of Estimators and preparing and managing multi-million-pound tenders, helping secure long-term and profitable contracts.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse tender documents to identify submission requirements, risks, and opportunities.
• Take the lead in preparing and submitting tenders, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company standards.
• Present pricing strategies and commercial recommendations to senior management.
• Collaborate with Commercial and Operational teams to design efficient and innovative delivery solutions.
• Develop cost plans using subcontractor quotations, labour analysis, and alternative delivery models.
• Complete and submit client pricing schedules accurately and within deadlines.
• Mentor and manage a small team of Estimators, providing guidance and professional development support.

What We're Looking For?

• Proven experience in housing maintenance estimating, ideally with exposure to planned, responsive repairs and voids.
• Strong background in tender preparation and submission.
• In-depth knowledge of commercial pricing models such as Schedule of Rates, Price per Property, and Price per Repair.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders.
• Leadership experience, with the ability to support and develop a team.
• Commercially astute, detail-focused, and strategic in approach.

What's in It for You?

• Join a Top Tier 1 Principal Contractor with a strong track record in housing maintenance.
• Opportunity to work on high-value, multi-million-pound tenders.
• Career progression opportunities within a market-leading organisation.
• A supportive, collaborative working culture with ongoing professional development.

Apply Now. If you're an ambitious Senior Estimator, ready to take the next step - this is a brilliant chance to grow your career with a Tier 1 Principal Contractor. Apply today and a member of the Spencer & James Recruitment Team will be in contact with you.