Senior Estimator - Main Contractor

S Guest Consultancy Services Ltd; Shirley; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Private healthcare

Enhanced pension

Car allowance

Flexible working

Hybrid working

Career progression

Training & development

Job summary

Midlands Tier 1 Main Contractor is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead the tendering process for high-value construction projects. You will price from first principles and coordinate with Bid/Planning teams to deliver competitive submissions.

The role offers flexible/hybrid working arrangements, with exposure to major schemes valued at 50 million and above across the Midlands and beyond. An established pre-construction team supports delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Estimator or ready to step up.
• Background with Tier 1 or large regional main contractors.
• Experience pricing major construction projects (50m+).
• Understanding of modern construction methods and procurement routes.
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Ability to meet tender deadlines with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Lead the estimating process on major tenders.
• Prepare accurate, competitive cost estimates from first principles.
• Review drawings, specs and tender docs.
• Manage supply chain inquiries and subcontractor pricing.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities for value engineering.
• Produce detailed pricing documents and tender reports.
• Collaborate with pre-construction, design and operations teams.
• Support bid presentations and client negotiations.
• Help develop winning tender strategies on high-value projects.

Skills

Senior Estimator experience

Tier 1 contractor experience

Pricing major projects

Construction methods knowledge

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Tender deadlines

Tools

Conquest

EValuate

Job description

Senior Estimator

Midlands Tier 1 Main Contractor Major Projects 90,000 - 100,000 + Outstanding Package Flexible Working

Ready to price the projects that define skylines?

We're recruiting on behalf of one of the UK's leading Tier 1 main contractors for an experienced Senior Estimator to join their Midlands pre-construction team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a highly respected contractor delivering some of the UK's largest and most prestigious construction projects. If you thrive on complex tenders, major schemes and working alongside industry-leading professionals, this could be the role you've been waiting for.

The Role

As Senior Estimator, you'll play a key role within an established pre-construction team, taking ownership of competitive tenders from initial enquiry through to final submission.

You'll be involved in bidding for a diverse portfolio of major construction projects, typically valued at 50 million and above. The larger and more technically challenging the project, the better.

Working closely with Bid Managers, Design Managers, Planning teams, Commercial teams and the wider operational business, you'll help secure landmark projects across the Midlands and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading the estimating process on major construction tenders
• Preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates from first principles
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation
• Managing supply chain enquiries and subcontractor pricing
• Identifying commercial risks and value engineering opportunities
• Producing detailed pricing documents and tender reports
• Working collaboratively with pre-construction, design and operational teams
• Supporting bid presentations and client negotiations where required
• Helping develop winning tender strategies on high-value projects

About You

• Proven experience as a Senior Estimator or an experienced Estimator ready to step up
• Strong background working for a Tier 1 or large regional main contractor
• Experience pricing major construction projects, ideally 50 million+
• Excellent understanding of modern construction methods and procurement routes
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
• Confident communicator who enjoys working as part of a collaborative pre-construction team
• Able to work effectively under tender deadlines while maintaining accuracy

Highly Desirable

Experience using Conquest and/or EValuate estimating software would be a distinct advantage.

What's On Offer

• 90,000 - 100,000 basic salary
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Performance bonus
• Company car or car allowance
• Private healthcare
• Enhanced pension
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Genuine long-term career progression within one of the UK's leading Tier 1 contractors
• Opportunity to work on some of the Midlands' largest and most prestigious construction projects