Senior Estimator

Building Careers UK Ltd; Warrington; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Prestigious projects

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Building Careers UK Ltd. is recruiting a Senior Estimator for a leading UK main contractor based in Trafford Park, Manchester. You will lead the preparation of estimates for major construction schemes valued from £10m to £100m, coordinating tender documentation, drawings, and sub-contractor quotations.

The role offers a competitive salary of £65,000–£85,000 and a strong benefits package, with exposure to high-profile projects across sectors and a supportive pre-construction team.

Qualifications

• Experience pricing major construction projects valued between £10m and £100m.
• Proven ability to manage tender processes from enquiry to submission.
• Strong understanding of cost planning and value engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of accurate estimates for major construction projects.
• Review tender documentation, drawings, and employer's requirements.
• Produce detailed cost plans, bills of quantities, and pricing schedules.
• Manage full tender process from enquiry through submission.
• Obtain and analyse subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and cost-saving solutions.
• Assess commercial and technical risks associated with tenders.

Skills

Senior Estimator experience

Tender management

Cost planning

Estimating principles

Stakeholder management

Education

Quantity surveying qualification

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Senior Estimator - Main Contractor

Location - Trafford Park, Manchester

Salary/Package - £65,000 - £85,000 + Excellent Benefits Package

About the Company

Our client is a leading UK construction contractor with a long-established reputation for delivering high-quality projects across a wide range of sectors. Operating nationally, they provide expert construction, refurbishment, fit-out, and civil engineering solutions, successfully delivering schemes valued between £10m and £100m.

Built on strong client relationships, technical excellence, and a collaborative approach, the business has become a trusted delivery partner for both public and private sector clients. With a strong pipeline of secured work and continued investment in its people and modern construction methods, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Senior Estimator to strengthen their pre-construction team based in Trafford Park.

The Role

• Leading the preparation of accurate and competitive estimates for major construction projects valued between £10m and £100m

• Reviewing tender documentation, drawings, specifications, and employer's requirements

• Producing detailed cost plans, bills of quantities, and pricing schedules

• Managing the full tender process from enquiry through to submission

• Obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations

• Identifying value engineering opportunities and cost-saving solutions

• Assessing commercial and technical risks associated with tenders

• Working closely with pre-construction, design, commercial, and operational teams

• Attending client meetings, tender interviews, and pre-construction workshops

• Supporting business development through the preparation of high-quality tender submissions

• Maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience as a Senior Estimator within a main contracting environment

• Experience pricing major construction projects valued between £10m and £100m

• Strong knowledge of estimating principles, cost planning, and tender management

• Experience across commercial, residential, industrial, education, healthcare, or mixed-use developments

• Excellent understanding of construction methods and procurement routes

• Strong commercial awareness with excellent analytical skills

• The ability to manage multiple tenders and work effectively under pressure

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

• A proactive and commercially driven approach

• Relevant construction, quantity surveying, or estimating qualification would be advantageous

What's on Offer

• Competitive basic salary of £65,000 - £85,000

• Attractive benefits package

• Opportunity to join a well-established and highly respected main contractor

• Exposure to prestigious construction projects valued between £10m and £100m

• Long-term career progression within a growing and financially secure business

• Collaborative and supportive pre-construction team

• Opportunity to play a key role in securing major projects across multiple sectors

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.