Description
bid strategy
supplier enquiries
tender negotiations
risk analysis
quantity takeoff
cost estimating
As a Senior Estimator in Nottingham, you'll play a key role within the pre-construction team, leading pricing and tendering activities for construction projects valued between £1M and £30M. Based in their dynamic office environment, you'll report directly to the Pre-Construction Manager and contribute significantly to securing a strong pipeline of work.
- Collaborate closely with pre-construction and project teams to develop robust bid strategies
- Oversee subcontractor and supplier enquiries to obtain competitive quotations and ensure value for money
- Support post-tender negotiations and provide cost breakdowns as required
- Analyse project requirements, specifications and drawings to identify risks and opportunities
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of market trends, materials pricing and labour costs across the construction sector
- Undertake quantity takeoff and cost planning activities using industry-standard estimating software
- Prepare detailed cost estimates and manage tender evaluations to ensure accuracy and competitiveness
Requirements
estimating software
takeoff tools
microsoft office
jct/nec
hnc/hnd
senior estimator
To be successful in this Senior Estimator job in Nottingham, you will bring proven experience working within a main contracting construction environment on similar value schemes.
This estimator vacancy is also open to Cost Estimators at various levels, including those seeking senior estimator vacancies within a supportive, growth-focused business.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Construction Estimator or Cost Estimator to influence bid strategies and support business growth across multiple sectors.
Are you a Senior Estimator looking for your next role in Nottingham? We're hiring an experienced Construction Estimator to join a well-established main contractor delivering high-quality construction schemes across Nottingham and the wider Midlands region. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity offering excellent career progression, competitive remuneration and the chance to work on diverse projects valued between £1M-£30M.
- The chance to work on varied and challenging construction projects across multiple sectors
- Excellent attention to detail with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Strong knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts, construction processes and industry best practices
- Ideally from a main contractor background with framework experience
- Demonstrable experience as a Construction Estimator, Senior Estimator or Cost Estimator within the construction industry
- Proficient in using estimating software, quantity takeoff tools and Microsoft Office applications
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal teams
- Relevant qualifications such as HNC/HND in Construction or Quantity Surveying are highly desirable
Benefits
Known for their people-first approach, they promote career growth and employee wellbeing whilst maintaining their position on major public frameworks and private sector schemes. Their locally focused project base across the Midlands and North ensures minimal travel and excellent work-life balance.
Their robust leadership and team-oriented culture make this an ideal environment for estimators seeking long-term career development.
- Competitive salary package tailored to your experience
- Enhanced holiday entitlement
- Private healthcare
- Generous pension contributions
- Clear career progression opportunities within a forward-thinking company
- Performance-related bonus scheme
- Collaborative and supportive working environment
Training + Development
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