Senior Estimator / Estimator - West Yorkshire

MTRP Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm based in West Yorkshire is seeking an experienced Estimator/Senior Estimator to join their team. The role involves preparing competitive tenders for various construction projects and requires a strong understanding of contracting processes. Candidates must have experience pricing projects in the millions and a relevant construction qualification. The position offers a competitive salary and a supportive work environment along with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Ongoing professional development

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience as an Estimator within a main contractor environment.
• Proven ability to price projects up to several million pounds.
• Strong understanding of subcontractor negotiations and procurement practices.
• Capable of managing multiple tender submissions simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and competitive tenders for new build and refurbishment projects.
• Analyse project specifications and requirements.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure successful delivery of projects.
• Apply strong understanding of main contracting processes.

Skills

Pricing projects

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Understanding of construction costs

Education

Relevant qualification in construction

Job description

Overview

Estimator / Senior Estimator West Yorkshire Main Contractor £55k - £65k + Car / Allowance + Benefits. Our client are a well-established and financially robust local contractor based in West Yorkshire, who are seeking to appoint an experienced Estimator to join their dynamic team. With a turnover of c£20m, they specialise in delivering high-quality new build and refurbishment projects up to £5m across diverse sectors, including industrial and commercial.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in preparing accurate and competitive tenders, analysing project specifications, and coordinating with internal teams to ensure the successful delivery of projects. They should possess a strong understanding of main contracting processes and have a proven track record of pricing projects into the millions, demonstrating both technical expertise and commercial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and competitive tenders for new build and refurbishment projects
• Analyse project specifications and requirements
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure successful delivery of projects
• Apply strong understanding of main contracting processes in pricing and tender submission

Qualifications

• Experience as an Estimator within a main contractor environment
• Proven ability to price projects up to several million pounds across various sectors
• Strong understanding of construction costs, subcontractor negotiations, and procurement practices
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Capable of working under pressure and managing multiple tender submissions simultaneously
• A relevant qualification in construction

Benefits

This is an excellent opportunity to join a financially stable, reputable contractor that values its team and offers ongoing professional development. Benefits include a competitive salary package, a supportive working environment, and the chance to work on exciting and varied projects in a forward-thinking organisation.

How to apply

If you are an ambitious estimator seeking to take the next step in your career or an experienced individual looking for a fresh challenge, please apply.