Senior Estimator

Bridgeman Recruitment Services Ltd; Ringway; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator in the North West, responsible for the pre-construction process from tender issue to award. This role requires strong skills in stakeholder management, communication, and a detailed understanding of tender processes. Candidates must have a proven track record in the construction industry with proficiency in producing Bills of Quantities. The position offers long-term career progression and a chance to influence project strategy.

Benefits

Long-term career progression

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Estimator at Senior level within the construction industry.
• Skilled in producing Bills of Quantities and cost plans.
• Strong understanding of the full tender process.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyse all tender documentation.
• Define tender return requirements and assign responsibilities.
• Lead handover meetings with the delivery team.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Commercial awareness

Tools

Conquest

Job description

Overview

Senior Estimator Location: North West (commutable to Manchester area) Salary: Dependent on experience About the Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to take ownership of the pre-construction process from tender issue through to award. The successful candidate will ensure estimates are accurate, competitive, and compliant while working collaboratively with design, procurement, health & safety, and contracts teams.

Responsibilities

Tender Stage

• Review and analyse all tender documentation.
• Organise tender launch meetings to present strategies, thoughts, and timelines to senior management.
• Define tender return requirements; assign responsibilities across the business (programme, quality, social value, etc.).
• Liaise with design teams and clients during the tender period.
• Prepare Bills of Quantities using Conquest (or similar) software, or produce cost plans where applicable.
• Issue compliant supply chain enquiries and manage responses.
• Conduct site visits to assess constraints and logistics.
• Attend and contribute to mid-tender meetings, responding to queries from stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Contracts, Procurement, and Health & Safety teams on programme, technical design, logistics, and risk management.
• Contribute to the risk register and produce fully compliant tender submissions to deadlines.

Handover & Project Support

• Lead handover meetings with the delivery team, ensuring all project documentation is provided.
• Respond to queries from build and commercial teams during pre-construction, delivery, handover, and defects stages.

Additional Responsibilities

• Support business development by identifying tender opportunities and building relationships with clients and consultants.
• Maintain and develop the supply chain database.
• Attend networking and industry events as required.
• Undertake ongoing training to maintain a high level of technical competence.

Experience & Skills

• Proven experience as an Estimator at Senior level within the construction industry.
• Skilled in producing Bills of Quantities and cost plans (Conquest or similar software desirable).
• Strong understanding of the full tender process.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Knowledge of health & safety, risk management, and site logistics.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Commercial awareness and a business development mindset.

What\'s on Offer

• Opportunity to influence pre-construction strategy across varied and interesting projects.
• A collaborative environment with clear handover and support processes.
• Long-term career progression and professional development opportunities