Senior Estimator – Design & Build, Car Allowance

Building Careers UK Ltd; Wigan; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Building Careers UK Ltd is seeking an experienced Estimator to join a Design & Build contractor in Wigan. You will lead tender preparation and estimates across diverse construction and interiors projects, ensuring accuracy and strong commercial awareness.

The role requires a minimum of five years in estimating, with knowledge of fit-out, interiors, and large-scale projects. A full UK driving licence is essential, and the package includes a competitive salary with a car allowance and flexible

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience within an Estimator role within construction/ interiors
• Strong knowledge of construction, fit-out and interiors projects
• Experience working on projects valued up to £10m+
• Ability to manage multiple tenders within a fast-paced environment
• Excellent commercial awareness and analytical skills
• Strong communication and client-facing skills
• Full UK driving licence essential
• Desirable: Experience using estimating software such as Evaluate or similar
• Knowledge of Eque2 systems
• MS Project proficiency would be advantageous
• Experience within Design & Build or interiors sectors

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality and accurate estimates presented in a clear, analytical format
• Process tenders and review submissions within the team prior to issue
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities within tender submissions
• Prepare accurate take-offs and pricing documents
• Obtain and analyse quotations from subcontractors and suppliers
• Manage all aspects of bid preparation including subcontractor enquiries, cost comparisons, and bid strategies
• Organise and attend site visits with clients and subcontractors
• Attend client progress meetings and maintain strong client relationships
• Work across multiple tenders simultaneously within a busy estimating department
• Undertake client tender presentations where required
• Demonstrate technical knowledge of construction methods relevant to tenders
• Adapt quickly to internal estimating software and systems
• Attend sites to carry out surveys as required

Skills

Estimating

MS Excel

MS Project

Estimating software knowledge (Eval/2)

Client liaison

Tools

Evaluate

MS Project

Job description

Building Careers UK Ltd is seeking an experienced Estimator to join a Design & Build contractor in Wigan. You will lead tender preparation and estimates across diverse construction and interiors projects, ensuring accuracy and strong commercial awareness.

The role requires a minimum of five years in estimating, with knowledge of fit-out, interiors, and large-scale projects. A full UK driving licence is essential, and the package includes a competitive salary with a car allowance and flexible