Senior Estimator - Industrial & Logistics Preconstruction

Caddick Construction Limited; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefits programme

Birthday Day Off

Annual Leave Purchase

Caddick Hub discounts

Family friendly leave

Ride To Work Scheme

Pension

CPD

Private Healthcare

Life Assurance

Job summary

Caddick Construction is seeking a Senior Estimator to join our Preconstruction team based in the East Midlands working on a variety of Industrial and Logistics projects. As a senior member, you will review tender documents, produce take-offs and detailed cost estimates, and collaborate with subcontractors, suppliers and the commercial team to drive competitive bids and accurate pricing.

You will be highly numerate, detail oriented and capable of delivering precise estimates under deadline

Qualifications

• Proven experience in estimating within the construction industry.
• Familiarity with cost planning and two-stage tenders.
• Strong understanding of construction processes and commercial principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and estimating software such as Conquest and Bluebeam/CostX.
• Knowledge of current construction contracts and procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Review tender documentation, assess risks and opportunities, and contribute to bid strategies.
• Complete accurate take-offs and prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions.
• Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain quotations and conduct cost comparisons.
• Work closely with the construction and commercial teams to ensure alignment on project delivery and methodology.
• Produce tender handover packs for successful bids and support the project team through preconstruction.
• Use software such as Conquest, Bluebeam/CostX, and Excel to manage estimating tasks and reporting.

Tools

Conquest

Bluebeam/CostX

Excel

Job description

Caddick Construction is seeking a Senior Estimator to join our Preconstruction team based in the East Midlands working on a variety of Industrial and Logistics projects. As a senior member, you will review tender documents, produce take-offs and detailed cost estimates, and collaborate with subcontractors, suppliers and the commercial team to drive competitive bids and accurate pricing.

You will be highly numerate, detail oriented and capable of delivering precise estimates under deadline