Senior Estimator

4site Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in London seeks a Senior Estimator to manage and develop their estimating team for high-end residential heritage projects. Candidates should have extensive estimating experience and strong technical knowledge. The role includes preparing competitive bids, overseeing cost planning, and maintaining client relationships. The company offers a strong project pipeline, opportunities for team development, and several benefits including holiday and healthcare plans.

Benefits

23 days holiday

Additional birthday leave

Length of service holiday increases

Wellhub membership

Vitality Healthcare

NEST pension scheme with employer contribution

Qualifications

• Extensive estimating experience within high-end residential or complex bespoke construction.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of bids and proposals.
• Manage and develop the estimating team.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates covering all project aspects.
• Oversee cost planning and present final cost plans.

Skills

Estimating experience

Construction methodology knowledge

Proficient in Bluebeam

Proficient in Excel

Stakeholder management

Time management skills

Team leadership

Analytical skills

Education

Quantity Surveying or Construction Management qualification

Job description

Senior Estimator

£90,000 + Benefits | London | High-End Residential Heritage Bespoke Projects | Retained Search 4Site Recruitment

4Site Recruitment has been retained exclusively to appoint a Senior Estimator to join a leading construction company delivering complex, high‑specification projects across heritage buildings, façade packages, hotels and high‑end residential schemes.

The business has a strong project pipeline, with opportunities for this person to build and develop their own estimating team.

The Role

As Senior Estimator, you will be responsible for accurately estimating project costs, producing competitive bids, and ensuring profitability across multiple bespoke projects. You will coordinate closely with internal teams, the supply chain, and clients, maintaining absolute cost certainty and driving excellence throughout the tender process.

This position suits an ambitious, dynamic estimator with strong technical knowledge and experience in the high-end residential or specialist construction sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of bids, tenders and proposals, ensuring timely submission of all documentation.
• Manage and develop the estimating team, promoting a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates covering labour, materials, equipment and overheads.
• Oversee cost planning and present final cost plans with full accuracy and clarity.
• Maintain accurate internal rate schedules in conjunction with the commercial team.
• Build strong working relationships with clients, design teams and internal stakeholders.
• Analyse drawings, specifications and contract documents to identify risks or discrepancies.
• Produce cost reports, budget analysis and variance reports for senior management.
• Ensure all bids reflect a strong understanding of market trends, pricing and best practice.

Requirements

• Extensive estimating experience within high-end residential or complex bespoke construction.
• Strong construction methodology knowledge; experience pricing in-house trades is an advantage.
• Proficient in Bluebeam and Excel.
• Highly numerate with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet strict deadlines.
• Analytical, methodical and solutions-focused.
• Leadership and team management experience.
• Quantity Surveying or Construction Management qualification beneficial.

Why This Role

• Strong and consistent project pipeline.
• Opportunity to build and shape your own team.
• Diverse project exposure: office to resi, office to hospitality and bespoke refurbishment schemes.
• In-house learning and development programme.
• Supportive company culture with regular events and celebrations.

Benefits

• 23 days holiday (3 taken during Christmas shutdown).
• Additional birthday leave.
• Length of service holiday increases (up to 5 extra days).
• Wellhub membership.
• Vitality Healthcare.
• NEST pension scheme with 3 percent employer contribution.

To Apply

This is a retained assignment managed exclusively by 4Site Recruitment. If you would like to be considered, please apply through the advert or email a copy of your CV to (url removed)