Senior Estimator

Skilled Careers; England; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing construction business is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator. You will produce competitive cost estimates for diverse projects and engage with subcontractors and suppliers. The role offers a salary of up to £90,000, including benefits like a car allowance and private medical. Ideal candidates will have strong commercial knowledge and exceptional analytical skills.

Benefits

£6,000 car allowance

Private medical insurance

Pension plan

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Estimator in construction.
• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Confident managing multiple tenders to tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Deliver detailed, accurate cost estimates from concept through tender.
• Analyse drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
• Engage with subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants to secure competitive pricing.
• Support bid submissions and advise on commercial strategy.
• Monitor costs and support value engineering initiatives post-award.

Skills

Commercial and contract knowledge

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Degree or professional qualification in Quantity Surveying or Estimating

Job description

Overview

Are you a Senior Estimator with a proven track record in construction Ready to take your next step with a growing and ambitious business

• Position: Senior Estimator
• Contract type: Permanent
• Location: Maidstone, Kent
• Start date: ASAP
• Salary: up to £90,000 + package (£6,000 car allowance, private medical and pension)
• Skilled Careers contact: Mark Dixon (Maidstone branch)

We re looking for an experienced Senior Estimator to join the team, producing accurate, competitive cost estimates for exciting projects across sectors such as commercial, industrial and infrastructure.

What you’ll do

• Deliver detailed, accurate cost estimates from concept through tender.
• Analyse drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
• Engage with subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants to secure competitive pricing.
• Support bid submissions and advise on commercial strategy.
• Monitor costs and support value engineering initiatives post-award.

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience as a Senior Estimator in construction.
• Strong commercial and contract knowledge (JCT, NEC, or equivalent).
• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Confident managing multiple tenders to tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Degree or professional qualification in Quantity Surveying, Estimating, or equivalent preferred.

Why this role is great

• Work on high-value, challenging, and rewarding projects.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Career development in a ambitious, supportive, growing business.
• Be part of a team where your expertise really counts.

Next steps

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