Senior Estimator - Refurb & Fit-Out, Hybrid Work

Wates Smartspace; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Annual leave plus flexible benefits

Professional development and career进

Industry-leading training and learning

Inclusive, collaborative environment

Nationally recognised projects

Job summary

Wates is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join our pre-construction team and lead robust cost plans for refurbishment, fit-out and commercial projects across the UK.

You will develop winning bid strategies, analyse drawings and specifications, evaluate subcontractor quotes and mentor junior estimators while supporting the delivery of competitive, compliant tenders in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience estimating within construction, refurbishment or interiors projects.
• Ability to produce detailed cost estimates and tender submissions.
• Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills.
• Proven negotiation and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders with competing deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and procurement processes.
• Understanding of subcontractor procurement and supply chain management.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed cost estimates, budgets and tender submissions for refurbishment, fit out and construction projects.
• Analyse drawings, specifications and documents to identify scope and risks.
• Obtain, evaluate and compare subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Prepare take-offs and cost plans using estimating software.
• Develop value engineering proposals to improve outcomes.
• Attend site visits and pre-tender meetings as required.
• Support bid settlement meetings and tender adjudications.
• Contribute to winning tender strategies with operations and commercial teams.
• Identify commercial, programme and technical risks in tender submissions.
• Build relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Share best practice and mentor junior estimators.

Skills

Estimating experience

Construction methods

Tender submissions

Commercial awareness

Negotiation

Multiple tenders

Microsoft Office

Subcontractor procurement

Education

Quantity surveying / Construction management qualification

Professional body membership (RICS/CIOB)

Tools

Conquest

Causeway

Bluebeam

CostX

Job description

Wates is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join our pre-construction team and lead robust cost plans for refurbishment, fit-out and commercial projects across the UK.

You will develop winning bid strategies, analyse drawings and specifications, evaluate subcontractor quotes and mentor junior estimators while supporting the delivery of competitive, compliant tenders in a collaborative environment.