Senior Estimator - Lead Multi-Sector Tender Pricing

Randstad NV; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE is seeking a Senior Estimator for the Maidstone office to lead pricing and commercial evaluation of tenders across Education, Healthcare, and Commercial sectors, from PQQ to contract award, ensuring submissions are accurate and competitive.

The role requires expertise in first-principles estimates, cost plans, sub-contract and materials packages, and strong knowledge of JCT/NEC contracts, with experience in Kent and the South East and a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Estimator or Senior Estimator for regional or national main contractors.
• Experience pricing schemes across Education, Healthcare, or Commercial sectors.
• Strong knowledge of standard contract suites (JCT, NEC3/NEC4).
• Familiarity with estimating software and advanced Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of first-principles estimates and cost plans for schemes typically valued between £3m and £25m+.
• Appraise tender documentation and drawings to evaluate scope, risk and buildability.
• Prepare sub-contract and materials enquiry packages; assess supply chain quotations.
• Formulate Value Engineering proposals to gain a competitive edge.
• Lead tender settlement papers and conduct post-tender negotiations with Directors.

Skills

Estimating expertise

First principles costing

Analytical thinking

Bid leadership

Communication skills

Education

Degree/HNC in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management

MCIOB/RICS advantageous

Tools

Causeway

Conquest

CostX

Job description

Randstad CPE is seeking a Senior Estimator for the Maidstone office to lead pricing and commercial evaluation of tenders across Education, Healthcare, and Commercial sectors, from PQQ to contract award, ensuring submissions are accurate and competitive.

The role requires expertise in first-principles estimates, cost plans, sub-contract and materials packages, and strong knowledge of JCT/NEC contracts, with experience in Kent and the South East and a full UK driving licence.