Senior Estimator

Neville Special Projects Limited; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

PPE provided

33 days holiday including bank

Contributory pension

Life cover

Lifelong learning CPD programme

Equal opportunities employer

Job summary

Neville Special Projects Limited is seeking a Senior Construction Estimator to lead cost estimation for new build and refurbishment projects across sectors, with values up to £15,000,000. The role involves pre-qualification, bid submissions, supplier engagement and risk mitigation.

You will work closely with Directors and the Preconstruction Manager, supporting junior team members and ensuring accurate, competitive tenders.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of construction processes, materials and best practice.
• Experience pricing projects, including tenders and negotiations.
• Proficient in estimating software and Microsoft Office.
• Strong written and verbal communication with stakeholders.
• Proven track record delivering competitive tenders.
• Taking-off experience.
• Relevant degree or equivalent (preferred).
• CSCS card holder or eligible.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.
• Willing to undergo security vetting (DBS/ BPSS) if required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for new build and refurbishment projects.
• Manage pre-qualification, quality and pre-bid submissions.
• Collaborate with bid team for competitive tender submissions.
• Conduct thorough cost analysis to ensure accuracy of estimates.
• Engage with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain quotes.
• Identify and assess risks with mitigation strategies.
• Maintain organised estimating documentation.
• Identify opportunities to add value throughout the project.
• Work with Directors and Preconstruction Manager to align objectives.
• Support junior members of the estimating and pre-construction team.

Skills

Construction pricing experience

Construction knowledge

Communication skills

Take-off experience

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Education

Construction management or Quantity Surveying degree

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Senior Construction Estimator will play a crucial role in the pre-construction phase, working on both new build and refurbishment projects ranging in value from £1,000,000 to £15,000,000. Reporting directly to the Directors, and working closely with the Pre Construction Manager, you will contribute to the overall success of the company by providing accurate and detailed cost estimates for prospective projects, while supporting junior members of the estimating, surveying and pre-construction team.

Prepare detailed cost estimates for new build and refurbishment projects in the commercial, education, blue light, industrial and leisure sectors

Manage pre-qualification, quality and pre-bid submissions

Collaborate with the bid team to develop competitive and compelling tender submissions

Conduct thorough cost analysis, ensuring accuracy and completeness of estimates

Engage with suppliers and subcontractors to embed a relationship culture, obtain competitive quotes and negotiate favourable terms

Identify and assess potential risks associated with construction projects, proposing effective mitigation strategies

Maintain organised and comprehensive documentation of all estimating activities

Identify opportunities to add value throughout the project process

Work closely with the Directors, Preconstruction Manager and other key stakeholders to ensure alignment with project objectives

Support junior members of the estimating, surveying and pre-construction team

Role

Experience and Attributes

In-depth knowledge of construction processes, materials and industry best practice

Experience of pricing projects, including single and two-stage tenders and negotiated opportunities

Proficient in relevant estimating software and the Microsoft Office suite

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present and explain estimates to internal and external stakeholders

A proven track record of delivering work-winning, competitive tenders

Taking-off experience

Relevant degree or equivalent qualification in construction management, quantity surveying or a related field (preferred but not essential)

Appropriate grade, current CSCS card, if applicable (see Security & Vetting below)

Full, clean UK driving licence

Many of our projects are delivered for clients operating in highly regulated and security-sensitive sectors, including policing, airports/aviation and central and local government. Security vetting is therefore a strongrequirement for this role. You will need to:

Have a full right to work in the UK

Have been continuously resident in the UK for a minimum of the last 5 years

Be willing and able to undergo DBS, BPSS and/or other client-led security vetting or clearance checks, which may be required at any point depending on project, site or client requirements

Be willing to disclose, and openly discuss at interview, any previous convictions, cautions or other matters that could affect the outcome of a vetting or clearance application

Please note that failure to meet, or subsequently maintain, the security vetting requirements of a project may affect your ability to be deployed to certain sites or contracts.

Package

Full time, office based (Luton). Standard hours of work are 8.30am – 5:00pm, Monday to Friday.

On-site parking

Provision of all necessary PPE

33 days a year inclusive of bank holidays

Contributory pension

Non-contributory life cover

Continued professional development as part of our Group Lifelong Learning Programme

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