Senior Estimator

The OpportunityAs Senior Estimator, you will lead the preparation and submission of high-quality, competitive tenders across a range of procurement routes.Working closely with preconstruction and operational teams, you will play a key role in securing profitable and sustainable future workload for the business. You will apply advanced construction knowledge, commercial expertise, and leadership capability to manage risk, drive value, and ensure robust and accurate pricing throughout the tender lifecycle.What you will be doingLead the appraisal of tender documentation, identifying key risks, opportunities, and commercial drivers.Develop and agree bid strategies in collaboration with senior management and the wider bid team.Oversee the preparation and issue of material and subcontract enquiries, including supply chain engagement and selection.Review site conditions and undertake site visits to identify constraints and risk factors.Contribute to and influence design development, attending and leading design team meetings where required.Prepare and/or manage the production of Bills of Quantities and detailed analytical cost estimates, including preliminaries.Develop comprehensive budgets and cost plans aligned with client and business objectives.Analyse and adjudicate subcontractor quotations to ensure technical compliance, competitiveness, and best value.Lead the management of technical queries to ensure design information is sufficiently developed for accurate ..... full job details .....