Senior Estimator - Hard Landscaping, Lead & Mentor

First Military Recruitment Ltd; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Company Benefits Scheme

Long Service Rewards

Full PPE

In house manufacturers training

Job summary

First Military Recruitment is proudly partnering with a leading business to recruit a Senior Estimator with a hard landscaping focus for Chesterfield.

You will prepare detailed cost estimates for external works, collaborate with clients and subcontractors, and lead a team of estimators to maintain budgets and quality.

This permanent, full-time role offers a salary of £80,000 per year DOE, standard Monday–Friday hours, and benefits including a pension and training.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Senior Estimator for external works and hard landscaping.
• Organised, thrives under pressure, maintains quality.
• Mentor to junior estimators and foster collaboration.
• Strong communication with clients and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for external works and hard landscaping projects.
• Collaborate with clients, subcontractors, and project teams to stay on track and budget.
• Lead and mentor a team of estimators, sharing knowledge and fostering a collaborative environment.
• Encourage a supportive atmosphere where learning and growth are encouraged.
• Identify risks and opportunities and introduce new ideas and processes to benefit the team and business.

Skills

Senior Estimator - external works & HD

Mentoring & team leadership

Budgeting & cost control

Client & supplier relationship

Job description

First Military Recruitment is proudly partnering with a leading business to recruit a Senior Estimator with a hard landscaping focus for Chesterfield.

You will prepare detailed cost estimates for external works, collaborate with clients and subcontractors, and lead a team of estimators to maintain budgets and quality.

This permanent, full-time role offers a salary of £80,000 per year DOE, standard Monday–Friday hours, and benefits including a pension and training.