Senior Estimator

Atkins Search; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-related bonus scheme

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Collaborative working environment

Collaborative environment

Clear career progression

Varied projects across sectors

Job summary

A well-established main contractor in Nottingham is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead tendering activities and collaborate with project teams on diverse construction projects. This full-time role offers a competitive salary, performance-related bonuses, and opportunities for career advancement. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in construction estimating, proficiency in estimating software, and strong communication skills. Join a supportive environment focused on growth and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Construction Estimator or Senior Estimator.
• Background in a main contractor with framework experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and manage tender evaluations.
• Collaborate with project teams to develop bid strategies.
• Analyze project requirements and specifications.
• Collaborate with pre-construction and project teams to develop robust bid strategies.
• Maintain knowledge of market trends, material pricing and labour costs.

Skills

Construction Estimator experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proficiency in estimating software

Ability to work under pressure

Education

HNC/HND in Construction

Quantity Surveying

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Quantity take-off tools

Job description

Senior Estimator – Nottingham

We’re hiring an experienced Construction Estimator to join a well‑established main contractor delivering high‑quality projects across Nottingham and the wider Midlands. This full‑time, permanent role offers excellent career progression, competitive remuneration and the chance to work on projects valued between £1M and £30M.

Client

Our client is a privately owned main contractor with a strong reputation across the Midlands for residential developments, healthcare facilities, education projects and commercial builds. They promote a people‑first culture, career growth, employee wellbeing and a locally focused project base, ensuring minimal travel and excellent work‑life balance.

Role

As a Senior Estimator you’ll lead pricing and tendering activities for construction projects, report to the Pre‑Construction Manager and help secure a strong pipeline of work. You’ll influence bid strategies, support business growth across multiple sectors, and collaborate closely with pre‑construction and project teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and manage tender evaluations to ensure accuracy and competitiveness.
• Analyse project requirements, specifications and drawings to identify risks and opportunities.
• Oversee subcontractor and supplier enquiries to obtain competitive quotations and deliver value for money.
• Collaborate with pre‑construction and project teams to develop robust bid strategies.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of market trends, material pricing and labour costs.
• Support post‑tender negotiations and provide cost breakdowns as required.
• Undertake quantity take‑off and cost planning activities using industry‑standard estimating software.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience as a Construction Estimator, Senior Estimator or Cost Estimator within a main contracting environment.
• Background from a main contractor with framework experience (JCT, NEC contracts).
• Excellent attention to detail, ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in estimating software, quantity take‑off tools and Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for building relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal teams.
• Relevant qualifications such as HNC/HND in Construction or Quantity Surveying are highly desirable.

Remuneration & Benefits

• Competitive salary package tailored to experience.
• Performance‑related bonus scheme.
• Enhanced holiday entitlement.
• Collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Clear career progression opportunities.
• Chance to work on varied and challenging projects across multiple sectors.

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Kick‑start your next career move in construction estimating today. Apply now for this Senior Estimator role in Nottingham.

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