Senior Estimator

APPLE TECHNICAL RECRUITMENT LIMITED; Norwich; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional Main Contractor in Norwich is seeking a Senior Estimator to oversee tenders valued between £1m and £10m, from initial pricing to final negotiations. The ideal candidate will manage cost plans and work collaboratively with subcontractors to maintain robust relationships. This permanent role promises a competitive salary of £75k to £80k, complemented by a benefits package that includes pension, travel allowance, and healthcare.

Benefits

Pension

Travel allowance

Healthcare

Bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in managing cost plans and pricing for tenders.
• Familiarity with JCT D&B forms of contract.
• Excellent negotiation skills with subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Manage cost plans and pricing of tenders valued £1m-£10m.
• Attend pre-tender, site, and post-tender meetings.
• Produce Bill of Quantities (BOQs) and full cost plans.

Job description

Vacancy Summary

Job Title : Senior Estimator

Job Type : Permanent

Job Ref : #1249

Location : Norwich

Start Date : Jan / Feb 2026

Salary : £75k-£80k basic plus competitive package inc pension, travel allowance, healthcare, bonus.

Company & Project : A regional Main Contractor with a busy pipeline of work across Norfolk are looking to grow their talented team with a new Senior Estimator. The business is a long standing main contractor with a proven track record in the local area.

The business works across the a variety of sectors including Mixed-Use, Residential, Commercial and Healthcare sectors.

The successful candidate will be joining the business to work on a tenders and bids from c£1m-£10m in value.

Duties & Responsibilities : The successful candidate will take responsibility for managing the cost plans and pricing of single and 2-stage tenders under JCT D&B forms of contract and typically £1m-£10m in value. There are a large number of tenders from a pre-existing frameworks in addition to selective tender.

You will attend pre-tender, site and post-tender meetings, producing BOQ's, take offs, full cost plans and target cost reporting. Identify appropriate and qualified subcontractors for each tender, negotiating on price and maintaining strong contractual relationships.

Desirable Experience