Senior Estimator

Saxton Recruitment Ltd; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car allowance (£7,500)

Pension & healthcare scheme

Bonus - performance related

Job summary

Saxton Recruitment Ltd. is seeking a Senior Estimator for a growing pre-construction team in the East Midlands. The role oversees tenders, cost plans and budgets across £5m-£35m projects, offering a strong salary and substantial benefits in a flexible working environment.

Applicants should demonstrate a track record in tendering for large schemes (£10m+), with expertise in analysing drawings and specifications. A company car allowance and pension/healthcare are included.

Qualifications

• Experience leading tenders and cost plans for large schemes
• Ability to analyse drawings and specifications
• Experience identifying risks and opportunities in schemes

Responsibilities

• Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain competitive quotations
• Lead the preparation of tenders, cost plans and project budgets
• Analyse drawings, specifications, and other documentation
• Identifying risks and opportunities in schemes

Skills

Tendering

Cost planning

Budgeting

Drawings analysis

Subcontractor liaison

Risk identification

Job description

Senior Estimator - East Midlands

Senior Estimator - our client is searching for a Senior Estimator to join their expanding pre-construction team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Estimator to join a business delivering award winning schemes industrial, manufacturing, commercial, student accommodation, sports and leisure projects ranging from £5m - £35m.

Why Apply:

Our client has been one of the East Midlands fastest growing contractors - they have developed a great network of repeat clients and have grown to an impressive turnover.

The business is now entering the next stage of the journey and offer an opportunity to join a successful business with a modern approach to flexible working.

Salary & Package:

• Great basic salary of £80,000 - £100,000 (DOE)


• Company Car Allowance (£7,500)


• Great Pension & Healthcare scheme


• Additional company benefits


• Performance related bonus

Key Benefits:

• Work in a collaborative and supportive environment where your input is valued


• Forward-thinking contractor with a strong repeat client base


• Modern approach to flexible working (inc WFH).


• Genuine progression opportunities


• Great training and development

Key Duties:

• Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain competitive quotations


• Lead the preparation of tenders, cost plans and project budgets


• Analyse drawings, specifications, and other documentation


• Identifying risks and opportunities in schemes

To qualify for the higher rate of pay you must be able to demonstrate a track record as a Senior Estimator tendering projects ranging from £10m and above.

Key Roles - Senior Estimator / Estimator