Senior Estimator — Construction Cost Lead (Hybrid, London)

Kier Group; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Senior Estimator to join their Building Solutions South team with a hybrid working model. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in construction estimating, strong communication skills, and relevant qualifications. Responsibilities include producing estimates, appraising client requirements, and managing tender costs. The firm promotes diversity and values transferable skills, encouraging all applicants to apply regardless of meeting every requirement.

Benefits

Wide variety of benefits

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar estimating role within construction.
• Strong communication skills with multidisciplinary teams and clients.
• Competence in computerised estimating and take-off software.
• Excellent time management and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Appraising and evaluating client tender requirements and specifications.
• Producing estimates from bills of quantities, drawings, and specifications.
• Developing subcontract trade package enquiries and analysing supply chain responses.
• Providing early-stage project cost plans and value engineering options.
• Managing and reporting tender stage cost controls.

Skills

Estimating

Communication

Time management

Construction-related qualifications

Education

Industry-recognised construction-related qualifications

Tools

Computerised estimating software

Job description

A leading construction firm is seeking a Senior Estimator to join their Building Solutions South team with a hybrid working model. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in construction estimating, strong communication skills, and relevant qualifications. Responsibilities include producing estimates, appraising client requirements, and managing tender costs. The firm promotes diversity and values transferable skills, encouraging all applicants to apply regardless of meeting every requirement.