Senior Estimator

Palmer McCarthy Solutions Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national provider in facilities management is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead estimating projects across the UK. This role offers an annual salary of up to £65,000, car allowance, and bonus, with hybrid working options. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in facilities management or grounds maintenance, with strong commercial awareness and analytical skills. A great opportunity for career progression awaits.

Benefits

Car allowance

Bonus

Career progression

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Estimator within facilities management, landscaping, or grounds maintenance.
• Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills are essential.
• Flexible, solution-focused approach with willingness to travel nationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead estimating for national grounds maintenance and facilities management contracts.
• Cost and prepare service-based tenders accurately and competitively.
• Engage with clients to understand their requirements.

Skills

Costing service contracts

Analytical skills

Advanced Excel proficiency

Commercial awareness

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

Senior Estimator (Ref 2565)

Up to £65,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus

Hybrid UK-wide Remote working possible

We re seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join a leading national provider in the facilities management and grounds maintenance sector. This role offers the chance to lead high-value estimating projects and make a real impact on major contracts across the UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead estimating for national grounds maintenance and facilities management contracts
• Cost and prepare service-based tenders accurately and competitively
• Collaborate with operations, commercial, and business development teams
• Engage with clients to understand requirements and scope
• Deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions to support growth

What We re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Senior Estimator within facilities management, landscaping or grounds maintenance
• Experience of costing service contracts essential
• Strong commercial awareness, analytical skills, and attention to detail
• Advanced Excel proficiency
• Flexible, solution-focused approach with national travel

Benefits

• Salary up to £65,000 + car allowance + bonus
• Hybrid working can be based from home anywhere in the UK
• National remit offering variety and scope
• Excellent career progression in a market-leading company