Senior Estimator

Fawkes & Reece London; Oxford; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to £95k

Excellent benefits package

Opportunity for progression

Job summary

Not disclosed is seeking a Senior Estimator to join a renowned regional main contractor based in Oxford. The role involves leading tenders, pricing from first principles and mentoring junior staff within the pre-construction team.

You will report to the Pre-Construction Manager and collaborate with bid teams and design, commercial and operations colleagues. The position offers a strong progression path and a solid benefits package.

Qualifications

• Held an estimator or senior estimator position within a main contractor.
• Experience with single and two-stage tender routes.
• Experience with JCT and NEC contract forms.
• Must have the full right to work in the UK and live within commutable distance to Southampton.

Responsibilities

• Manage tenders from initial conception.
• Price from first principles.
• Work collaboratively with the bid teams including Bid Managers, Design teams, Commercial and Operational teams.
• Mentor junior members of the team.

Job description

Senior Estimator

We have an excellent opportunity for a Senior Estimator to join a renowned regional main contractor based in Oxford. The business operates out of several regional offices across the country. They undertake projects across the education, further education, healthcare, defence and commercial sectors with projects valuing up to £30 million.

As a result of continued growth in the region, they are now looking to bring an additional Senior Estimator into the pre‑construction team.

About the role

As Senior Estimator, you will be involved in projects from initial conception, managing the pricing process to ensure projects are tendered accurately. You will report to the Pre‑Construction Manager and will be tasked with mentoring junior members of staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage tenders from initial conception.
• Price from first principles.
• Work collaboratively with the bid teams including Bid Managers, Design teams, Commercial and Operational teams.
• Mentor junior members of the team.

Key Requirements

• Held an estimator or senior estimator position within a main contractor.
• Have experience with both single and two‑stage routes.
• Have experience with JCT and NEC contract forms.
• Live within commutable distance to Southampton and be happy to travel there or to site as required.
• MUST have the full right to work in the UK.

Benefits

• Salary: up to £95k.
• Excellent benefits package.
• Opportunity for progression within the business.
• Business with a strong reputation on the South Coast.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Estimator to join a highly reputable business where you can continue to forge a lasting career.

To apply or contact Abbie in our Southampton office, please apply.