Senior Estimator

OCS are currently working with an established and rapidly developing construction business specialising in groundworks, civil engineering, reinforced concrete sub- and superstructures, structural alterations and hard landscaping.

Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of opportunities, they are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Estimator to strengthen their pre-construction and commercial function.

The Role
As Senior Estimator, you will play a key role in securing new work and supporting the company''s continued growth. Working closely with the pre-construction, commercial and operational teams, you will be responsible for developing competitive and commercially robust tenders across a range of specialist construction packages.Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading the preparation of tenders from enquiry through to submission
• Reviewing tender documentation, drawings, specifications and scopes of work
• Preparing detailed and accurate cost estimates
• Obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations
• Developing project-specific procurement strategies
• Identifying commercial and value-engineering opportunities
• Producing detailed tender breakdowns and pricing documentation
• Reviewing construction methodologies and identifying efficient solutions
• Working closely with the operational team to develop buildable and competitive proposals
• Attending tender interviews and client meetings
• Supporting negotiations and post-tender clarifications
• Managing multiple tenders simultaneously
• Maintaining strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers
• Monitoring market conditions, labour costs, materials and supply-chain pricing
• Supporting the handover of successful tenders to the project delivery team

Ideally, you will have:

• Proven experience estimating within groundworks, civils, RC frame or structural construction
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials and sequencing
• Experience pricing projects from initial enquiry through to contract award
• Excellent understanding of subcontractor and supply-chain procurement
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills
• Strong negotiation and communication abilities
• The ability to interpret drawings, specifications and technical documentation
• Experience working on projects ranging from several million pounds upwards
• The ability to work independently while collaborating closely with operational and commercial teams
• A proactive approach to identifying opportunities and developing competitive tenders

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• This is an excellent opportunity to join a business that has developed significant expertise across groundworks, civils and reinforced concrete construction, while continuing to expand its presence across the UK and Europe.
• The company''s project portfolio includes major residential and commercial developments, as well as a growing presence in the data-centre sector. Recent and current projects include data-centre schemes in the Netherlands and Denmark, alongside major UK RC frame and groundworks projects.
• The scale and complexity of the work provides the successful Senior Estimator with the opportunity to price a diverse range of specialist construction projects rather than focusing on one particular type of scheme.
• The Opportunity For the right Senior Estimator, this is an opportunity to join a business with an ambitious growth strategy and a strong project pipeline, while playing a key role in winning the work that will underpin its continued expansion