Senior Estimator - Design & Build Interiors Flexible Hours

Bimplus; Wigan; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Flexible working hours

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Bimplus in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Estimator to join its Commercial Team and drive high-quality tenders across design & build and interiors sectors. The role focuses on preparing and submitting estimates for a range of projects, managing multiple tenders with accuracy and strong commercial insight.

The successful candidate will work in a fast-paced environment, liaising with subcontractors, clients, and the internal team to optimise bid strategies and value.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience within an Estimator role in construction or interiors.
• Strong knowledge of construction, fit-out and interiors projects.
• Experience on projects valued up to £10m+.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent commercial awareness and analytical skills.
• Excellent IT skills including Word and Excel.
• Full UK driving licence essential.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality estimates presented in a clear, analytical, and logical 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

Communication

Client-facing

Analytical

Commercial awareness

Teamwork

Problem solving

Tools

Evaluate

Excel

MS Project

Eque2

Job description

Bimplus in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Estimator to join its Commercial Team and drive high-quality tenders across design & build and interiors sectors. The role focuses on preparing and submitting estimates for a range of projects, managing multiple tenders with accuracy and strong commercial insight.

The successful candidate will work in a fast-paced environment, liaising with subcontractors, clients, and the internal team to optimise bid strategies and value.