Senior Estimator – New Build Housing & Construction

MK Consult; Oldham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance/company vehicle

Pension scheme

Bonus opportunities

Ongoing training and career growth

Job summary

MK Consult is recruiting an Estimator to secure new projects by preparing accurate tender submissions for residential and general construction developments across the North West and wider UK. The role requires strong commercial awareness and ability to thrive in a fast-paced tendering environment.

Key duties include preparing cost estimates, reviewing drawings, obtaining quotations, and identifying value engineering opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Estimator within the construction industry.
• Experience pricing new build housing, residential or general construction projects.
• Able to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
• Proficient with estimating software and Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Preparing detailed cost estimates and tender submissions.
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and contract documents.
• Obtaining and evaluating subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Identifying value engineering opportunities.
• Producing bills of quantities and pricing schedules.
• Attending pre-tender and post-tender meetings.
• Liaising closely with clients, consultants and the operational teams.
• Supporting bid presentations and contract negotiations.
• Maintaining awareness of current market conditions and construction costs.

Skills

Estimating experience

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation abilities

Driving licence

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Job description

MK Consult is recruiting an Estimator to secure new projects by preparing accurate tender submissions for residential and general construction developments across the North West and wider UK. The role requires strong commercial awareness and ability to thrive in a fast-paced tendering environment.

Key duties include preparing cost estimates, reviewing drawings, obtaining quotations, and identifying value engineering opportunities.