Senior Estimator

Building Careers UK; Gayton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional company package

10% annual bonus

Job summary

Building Careers UK seeks a Senior Estimator for major industrial refurbishment and CAT A/B fit-out projects. Based in Cannock, you will lead tenders from enquiry through submission, producing accurate costings and robust pricing strategies.

You will work with commercial, operational and senior teams to shape tender strategy, manage supply chain enquiries and drive profitability across a varied portfolio.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Estimator in construction.
• Strong background in industrial refurbishment, commercial fit-out or general contracting.
• Experience pricing CAT A and CAT B fit-out projects.
• Understanding of drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Ability to produce detailed estimates and quantity take-offs.
• Experience negotiating supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Strong commercial awareness of construction costs.
• Excellent organisational skills to manage multiple tenders.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and submission of competitive tenders across industrial refurbishment and fit-out.
• Review documentation, drawings, specifications and scope requirements.
• Produce detailed cost estimates including labour, materials, plant and subs.
• Carry out quantity take-offs from drawings and specs.
• Manage tender process from enquiry to submission.
• Prepare tender breakdowns, pricing schedules and documentation.
• Ensure tenders are accurate and meet deadlines.

Skills

Senior Estimator experience

Industrial refurbishment

CAT A CAT B pricing

Tender management

Drawings interpretations

Quantity take-offs

Supplier & subcontractor quotations

Construction costs awareness

Multiple tenders management

Client & senior management liaison

Job description

Senior Estimator - Industrial Refurbishment / CAT A & CAT B Fit Out

Location: Cannock, Staffordshire

Salary/Package: £55,000 - £75,000 + Package + 10% Bonus

Job Type: Permanent

About the Company

Our client is an established and rapidly growing principal contractor specialising in industrial, commercial and education refurbishment projects across the UK. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality refurbishment and fit-out schemes, the business works with a diverse range of clients across the industrial and logistics sectors, undertaking projects involving warehouse refurbishments, industrial improvements, CAT A and CAT B office fit-outs, roofing and cladding upgrades and wider building improvement works. Having experienced significant growth and continued success, the business has developed a strong nationwide presence and is continuing to invest in its regional teams.

The Role

The successful candidate will take a leading role within the estimating and pre-construction function, managing tenders from initial enquiry through to final submission. You will be responsible for producing accurate and commercially competitive estimates across a varied portfolio of industrial refurbishment and fit-out projects, including CAT A and CAT B office schemes within industrial and warehouse environments. Working closely with the commercial, operational and senior management teams, you will help develop effective tender strategies, manage supply chain enquiries and identify opportunities to improve project profitability. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Estimator looking to take ownership of significant tender opportunities within an ambitious and growing contractor.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating & Tender Management

• Lead the preparation and submission of competitive tenders across industrial refurbishment and fit-out projects.
• Review tender documentation, drawings, specifications and scope requirements.
• Produce detailed and accurate cost estimates covering labour, materials, plant and subcontractor packages.
• Carry out quantity take-offs and measure works from drawings and specifications.
• Manage the tender process from initial enquiry through to final submission.
• Prepare detailed tender breakdowns, pricing schedules and supporting documentation.
• Ensure tenders are completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.

Industrial Refurbishment & Fit Out

• Estimate industrial refurbishment and warehouse improvement schemes.
• Price CAT A and CAT B office fit-out packages within industrial environments.
• Understand the requirements of internal refurbishment, office alterations, partitions, ceilings, flooring and finishes.
• Price associated building works, including roofing, cladding and M&E improvements where required.
• Review project specifications and identify potential construction and commercial challenges.
• Develop cost-effective solutions and identify value engineering opportunities.

Supply Chain & Procurement

• Prepare and issue enquiries to suppliers and subcontractors.
• Obtain, review and compare quotations to ensure competitive pricing.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with the supply chain.
• Negotiate pricing and identify opportunities to improve tender competitiveness.
• Challenge quotations and identify potential gaps, risks or discrepancies.

Commercial & Business Development

• Identify commercial risks and opportunities within tender documentation.
• Develop appropriate allowances and pricing strategies.
• Support tender reviews and present estimates to senior management.
• Work closely with operational and commercial teams to ensure successful tender handovers.
• Contribute towards improving estimating processes and work-winning strategies.

About You

• Proven experience as a Senior Estimator or experienced Estimator within the construction industry.
• Strong background in industrial refurbishment, commercial fit-out or general building contracting.
• Experience pricing CAT A and CAT B fit-out projects.
• Understanding of industrial and warehouse refurbishment schemes.
• Strong technical ability interpreting drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Confident producing detailed estimates and undertaking accurate quantity take-offs.
• Experience obtaining and negotiating supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of construction costs.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously.
• Confident communicating with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and senior management.

What's on Offer?

• Salary of £55,000 - £75,000, depending on experience.
• Additional company package.
• 10% annual bonus.
• Opportunity to join an established and growing principal contractor.
• Varied portfolio of industrial refurbishment and CAT A/B fit-out projects.
• Senior position with responsibility for leading tender opportunities.
• Opportunity to influence estimating strategy and contribute to business growth.
• Long-term career development.

Building Careers UK is an equal opportunities employer.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.