Senior Estimator

SNR-EST-LONDON

£60,000 - £65,000 Per Annum

Permanent

Central London

M&E Projects and Maintenance

Posted 7 hours ago

Expires In 27 Days

Job Description

My client are a Building Services & Specialist Contractor who have been established in 2003 who have 8 Offices throughout the UK.
 
As a business, they employ 300+ Staff Nationally and are expected to Turnover £55Mil+ this year.
 
Working within the Commercial & Public Sectors, their sites are generally within London, Surrey, Kent & Sussex. 
 
The London Office is currently 15 strong, made up of 3 Admins along with Contract Managers & Project Managers.
 
Due to growth of business, they are now seeking a Senior Estimator to join their London office. 

 
THE JOB – SENIOR ESTIMATOR (FABRIC WORKS)


Monday – Friday / 8am - 4pm
 
You will producing tenders in Construction and Fabric Projects up to a value of £3,000,000.
 
Core Duties

Tendering & Cost Estimation
  • Prepare detailed cost estimates for building fabric works (e.g., roofing, masonry, carpentry, plastering, painting, flooring, partitions, ceilings).
  • Assess drawings, specifications, and site surveys to determine material, labor, and equipment needs.
  • Develop Bills of Quantities (BoQ) or schedules of rates.
  • Produce cost plans, budgets, and value-engineered options.
Bid Management
  • Review invitations to tender (ITTs), RFQs, and PQQs to ensure compliance.
  • Prepare and submit competitive tender proposals.
  • Liaise with supply chain partners for quotations and rates.
  • Identify commercial risks and mitigation measures within bids.
Technical & Commercial Analysis
  • Carry out site inspections and feasibility studies.
  • Evaluate subcontractor bids and supplier quotations for accuracy and compliance.
  • Ensure all costs reflect current market conditions, building codes, and best practices.
  • Support cost modelling for reactive and planned maintenance projects.
Collaboration & Liaison
  • Work closely with project managers, contracts managers, surveyors, and procurement teams.
  • Provide pre- and post-contract support, including clarification of estimates.
  • Engage with clients and consultants to explain cost breakdowns.
Risk & Compliance
  • Identify potential risks, value engineering opportunities, and cost-saving strategies.
  • Ensure estimates comply with health & safety regulations, sustainability goals, and statutory requirements.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of construction materials, building regulations, and industry standards.
Leadership & Mentoring
  • Guide junior estimators and assist in their professional development.
  • Establish best practices in estimating, cost tracking, and bid submissions.
  • Lead estimating efforts for high-value or complex fabric service projects.
Typical Outputs
  • Cost estimates and tender submissions.
  • Budget forecasts for planned and reactive fabric maintenance.
  • Risk registers and commercial assumptions.
  • Supplier and subcontractor cost analysis reports.
  • Value-engineering proposals.


SALARY & PACKAGE

£60,000 - £65,000 (Depending on experience) 
20 Days Holiday & Bank Holidays
Medical Insurance Option (After 3 months)
Phone
Laptop
Pension



PLEASE CONTACT SEAN HITCHMAN ON 020 7932 2800 / SHITCHMAN @ RGB.CO .UK