Senior Estimator

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading interiors and retail fit-out contractor is seeking a Senior Estimator in Gloucester. This role involves leading tender activities, detailed cost analysis, and client negotiations. Ideal candidates will have strong estimating experience in the fit-out industry, especially in retail or hospitality sectors. A competitive salary of £60,000 - £70,000 with various benefits is offered, including a car allowance and training opportunities.

Benefits

Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 (DOE)

Car allowance

Private medical cover

Pension scheme

28 days' annual leave

Annual performance bonus

Training and development opportunities

Clear path to progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Estimator in the fit-out industry.
• Shopfitting experience is advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead all tender and pre-contract activities.
• Prepare and submit high-quality bids within deadlines.
• Manage procurement processes and compliance documentation.

Skills

Estimating within the fit-out industry

Client-facing skills

Stakeholder management

Time management

Attention to detail

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Our client, a leading interiors and retail fit-out contractor, is seeking a Senior Estimator to join their growing team in Gloucester. With a reputation for delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget across the retail, hospitality, and commercial sectors, this is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the company's continued growth.

Senior Estimator - Benefits

• Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 (DOE)
• Car allowance
• Private medical cover
• Pension scheme
• 28 days\' annual leave (including 7 days allocated at Christmas)
• Annual performance bonus
• Training and development opportunities
• Clear path to progression, including potential leadership of the estimating team

Senior Estimator - Role Overview

• Take the lead on all tender and pre-contract activities
• Oversee preparation, pricing, and submission of tenders
• Provide detailed cost breakdowns and analysis
• Obtain competitive sub-contractor and supplier prices
• Manage procurement processes and ensure compliance documentation is in place
• Hold and attend regular tender review meetings
• Prepare and submit high-quality bids within deadlines
• Conduct post-tender negotiations with clients
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, suppliers, consultants, and internal teams

Senior Estimator - Requirements

• Proven experience as an Estimator within the fit-out industry (retail, hospitality, or commercial)
• Shopfitting experience advantageous
• Strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple workloads and meet tight deadlines
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and methodical working style
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office packages
• Commutable to Gloucester
• Full UK driving licence

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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