Senior Estimator

Senior Estimator - Main Contractor

Location - Pendeford, Wolverhampton

Salary/Package - -60,000 - -75,000 + Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits Package

Our client is a well-established regional main contractor delivering high-quality construction projects across the Midlands and Wales. Operating across the commercial, industrial, education, healthcare, public sector, and mixed-use sectors, they have built an outstanding reputation for delivering both new build and refurbishment schemes through collaborative working, commercial excellence, and exceptional client service.

With a strong pipeline of secured work and continued investment in their people and supply chain, the business continues to grow sustainably. Their success is built on accurate pre-construction planning, first-principles estimating, and long-standing relationships with clients and subcontractors. As part of their continued expansion, they are now seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to strengthen their pre-construction team.

As Senior Estimator, you will be responsible for:

• Preparing competitive tenders for new build and refurbishment projects valued between -250k and -8m

• Producing accurate first-principles estimates using sound construction methodology and sequencing

• Reviewing drawings, specifications, and employer''s requirements to fully understand project scope

• Identifying commercial and technical risks throughout the tender process

• Managing subcontractor and supplier enquiries to ensure competitive and compliant pricing

• Evaluating subcontractor quotations for both commercial and technical compliance

• Preparing detailed cost plans and tender submissions

• Attending tender adjudication meetings and contributing to commercial strategy and pricing decisions

• Providing clear and comprehensive handovers to delivery teams following successful tenders

• Working closely with Directors, the Commercial Manager, and operational teams to secure future work

• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors

The successful Senior Estimator will have:

• Proven estimating experience within a UK Main Contractor environment

• Alternatively, experienced Estimators ready to step into a Senior Estimator role will also be considered

• Experience pricing both Design & Build and traditional construction contracts

• Strong understanding of construction methodology, sequencing, and cost planning

• Excellent first-principles estimating ability

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills

• Experience using Causeway Estimating software would be advantageous

• Knowledge of Midlands and Wales subcontractor supply chains would be highly desirable

• Excellent commercial awareness, communication, and negotiation skills

• A proactive, organised, and commercially focused approach

• Competitive basic salary of -60,000 - -75,000

• Car allowance

• Hybrid working (typically 1-2 days per week in the office)

• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays

• Ongoing professional development and training

• Long-term career progression within a growing and financially secure regional contractor

• Opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of commercial, industrial, education, healthcare, and public sector projects

• Collaborative and supportive working environment with genuine flexibility

Apply: If you''re interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.

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