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Senior Estimator

Sphere Solutions

Wales

On-site

GBP 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

27 days ago

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Job summary

A leading international construction company in Cardiff is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead the estimating process on major projects. This role offers the chance to work with a well-established main contractor, ensuring competitive bids while mentoring junior estimators. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in estimating within construction and excellent communication skills. A supportive team culture and opportunities for progression are provided.

Benefits

Excellent salary package with performance-related bonuses
Genuine progression route into Managing Estimator
Supportive team culture
Long-term career stability

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as an Estimator or Senior Estimator.
  • Strong technical and commercial understanding of construction.
  • Experience in commercial, industrial, education, or mixed-use sectors.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the estimating process on major projects up to £50m.
  • Prepare cost plans, tender submissions, and value engineering proposals.
  • Liaise with clients and internal teams.
  • Oversee and mentor junior estimators.
  • Ensure bids are compliant and aligned with strategy.

Skills

Estimating process leadership
Cost planning
Communication skills
Negotiation skills
Mentoring junior estimators

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Construction Management or Quantity Surveying
Job description
Overview

Senior Estimator - Main Contractor - Cardiff

We are working with a leading international construction company seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join their growing team in Cardiff. This is a fantastic opportunity to take a key role within a well-established main contractor, working on exciting projects across South Wales and the South West.

Responsibilities
  • Lead the estimating process on major projects up to £50m
  • Prepare accurate cost plans, tender submissions and value engineering proposals
  • Liaise with clients, supply chain partners and internal teams
  • Oversee junior estimators and provide mentoring/support
  • Ensure all bids are compliant, competitive and aligned with company strategy
Experience Required
  • Proven background as an Estimator or Senior Estimator within a main contractor
  • Strong technical and commercial understanding of construction processes
  • Experience across a range of sectors - commercial, industrial, education, or mixed-use projects
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills
  • Degree or HNC/HND in Construction Management or Quantity Surveying preferred
What’s on Offer
  • Excellent salary package with performance-related bonuses
  • Genuine progression route into Managing Estimator
  • Opportunity to work with a respected multinational construction contractor
  • Supportive team culture and long-term career stability

This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Estimator looking to take the next step with a major name in UK construction.

To apply or for a confidential discussion, please contact Giles Wilson at Sphere Solutions

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