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Senior Estimator

Kenton Black

Tamworth

On-site

GBP 76,000 - 90,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

A major UK contractor in the Birmingham area is seeking an experienced Principal Estimator to lead tendering work. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years in estimating, excellent communication skills, and a solid understanding of construction specifications. The role offers a competitive salary up to £90,000, car allowance, and potential for hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Car Allowance
Company Pension
27 days holiday + Bank Holidays
Progression & Growth

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5 years' experience within Estimating.
  • Live in a commutable distance to Birmingham.

Responsibilities

  • Create and understand specifications.
  • Build relationships with clients.
  • Price form data and propose to clients.
  • Complete projects from design through to construction.
  • Report and work closely with the Director.

Skills

Presentation of quotes and specifications
Understanding specifications
New Build project experience
Construction industry knowledge
Technical knowledge
Communication skills
Job description
Principal Estimator – Construction

Location: Birmingham, Coventry, Leicester

Salary: £90,000 plus Car option and benefits

The Company

An exciting opportunity for a Principal Estimator to join a Tier 1 Main Contractor in the Birmingham area. As a major UK contractor my client has a diversified workload across different sectors such as Industrial, Commercial, Retail & more. Boasting a strong reputation for providing whole-life solutions, high standards of project delivery, and an ability to innovate.

My client enjoys a c£125 million turnover with their projects ranging from £10 Mil - £25 Mil covering a range of sectors including Industrial, Logistics, Commercial, Retail & more.

About The Role

As a Principal Estimator you will play an integral role in tendering work in the Midlands Region. Your focus is :

Creating and understanding specifications.

Building relationships with clients.

Pricing form data and proposing these to clients.

Completing a range of Churches from design through to the construction phase.

Reporting and working closely with the Director

About You

Experience presenting quotes and specifications to clients.

Understanding and creating specifications.

Experience working on New Build & similar projects.

Excellent Construction industry knowledge.

Minimum of 5 years' experience within Estimating.

Great technical knowledge.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Live in a commutable distance to Birmingham

What’s on Offer

Salary up to £90,000 plus package

Car Allowance

Company Pension

27 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Progression & Growth

Potential for Hybrid work

If you’re interested in the role or have any further questions, please contact me via email or

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