Senior Estimator in Mitcham

Energy Jobline CVL; London Borough of Merton; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension with employer matching

Private healthcare

Life assurance

Generous holiday allowance

Ongoing training and careerdevelopment

Hybrid working

Job summary

Energy Jobline CVL is seeking a Senior Estimator for our South London team. The role combines leadership of tenders with hands-on measurement, take-offs, and cost-building for concrete and structural repair projects. Hybrid working typically involves three days in the office with site visits as needed.

You will review contracts, manage tender risk, and work with the commercial and supply chain teams to deliver robust bids. A relevant degree and NEC/JCT familiarity are valued assets.

Qualifications

• Proven estimating experience in concrete repair, structural repair or a related specialist construction sector.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials and the commercial and contractual side of projects.
• Working knowledge of NEC and JCT.
• Familiarity with methods of measurement, including CRAMM.
• Strong Excel skills; Microsoft Project is a plus.
• A relevant degree or equivalent is advantageous, as is technical training in areas such as cathodic protection.
• Full UK driving licence

Responsibilities

• Lead tenders and quotations for specialist repair and protection works, from small works through to larger schemes.
• Review tender documentation to identify risks and opportunities, and manage tender risk reviews.
• Carry out site visits to measure and assess access, constraints and methodology.
• Prepare take-offs and defect schedules, and build estimates for labour, plant, materials and subcontract costs.
• Issue enquiries, analyse subcontractor and supplier quotations, and prepare tender programmes.
• Review contract terms, flag unacceptable clauses and support negotiations after award.
• Work closely with the contracts and commercial teams, clients, consultants and the supply chain, and contribute to quality bid submissions

Skills

Tendering experience

Estimating

Site visits

Take-offs & cost estimates

Contract risk review

Team collaboration

Driving licence

Education

Degree in construction / civil engineering

Tools

CRAMM

Microsoft Project

Excel

Job description

Senior Estimator
£70,000–£80,000 DOE + pension, private healthcare & benefits
South London
Hybrid | Permanent

Our client is a well-established specialist contractor working in concrete and structural repair. They deliver technically varied projects on buildings, bridges and infrastructure for a strong, repeat client base.

They’re looking for a Senior Estimator to join their South East estimating team. The role is hybrid, typically 3 days in the office once you’re settled in, with regular site visits.

The role

• Lead tenders and quotations for specialist repair and protection works, from small works through to larger schemes
• Review tender documentation to identify risks and opportunities, and manage tender risk reviews
• Carry out site visits to measure and assess access, constraints and methodology
• Prepare take-offs and defect schedules, and build estimates for labour, plant, materials and subcontract costs
• Issue enquiries, analyse subcontractor and supplier quotations, and prepare tender programmes
• Review contract terms, flag unacceptable clauses and support negotiations after award
• Work closely with the contracts and commercial teams, clients, consultants and the supply chain, and contribute to quality bid submissions

What we’re looking for

• Proven estimating experience in concrete repair, structural repair or a related specialist construction sector
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials and the commercial and contractual side of projects
• Working knowledge of NEC and JCT
• Familiarity with methods of measurement, including CRAMM
• Strong Excel skills; Microsoft Project is a plus
• A relevant degree or equivalent is advantageous, as is technical training in areas such as cathodic protection
• Full UK driving licence

What’s on offer

• £70,000–£80,000 depending on experience
• Pension with employer matching
• Private healthcare and life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance
• Ongoing training and career development
• Hybrid working

If you’re a Senior Estimator or experienced Estimator with a background in concrete repair, structural repair or specialist civils, we’d like to hear from you.

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