Senior Estimator

Job description

Senior Estimator – London – £100k–£120k

Location: Central London

Salary: £100,000 – £120,000 (depending on experience) + benefits

Company: Fit Out/ Refurbishment Contractor

Reporting To: Managing Director

Project Values: £10m – £40m+

Sectors: Commercial fit outs, refurbishments, cut & carves

The Opportunity

We’re working with an established but rapidly growing, fit out contractor, who are looking to expand their pre-construction team with an experienced Senior Estimator.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic, ambitious company delivering high-quality commercial office fit outs, refurbishments, and complex cut & carve projects across London.

You’ll be given the autonomy to lead your own tenders and work closely with the Head of Estimating and wider pre-construction team.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Independently manage and lead tenders from initial enquiry through to submission
• Prepare accurate and competitive cost plans and tender submissions
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners throughout the process
• Carry out site visits and subcontractor pricing evaluations
• Attend tender interviews and presentations as required
• Work collaboratively with design, planning, and delivery teams
• Identify value engineering opportunities and commercial risks
• Support junior estimators or pre-construction staff if required

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as an Estimator or Senior Estimator in the fit out, new build or refurbishment sector
• Confident managing tenders in the £10m+ range
• Strong technical knowledge across fit out, new build, refurbishment, and cut & carve schemes
• Excellent numerical, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and under pressure to meet deadlines
• Proficiency in estimation software (e.g. ConQuest, Excel, or similar)
• A proactive, solutions-driven approach

What’s On Offer

• Salary between £100,000 – £120,000 (depending on experience)
• Strong benefits package
• Genuine opportunity for progression as the business continues to grow
• A supportive team environment and direct reporting line to the Head of Estimating
• The chance to work on standout commercial projects in Central London

Apply now to take a lead role in a growing pre-construction team at one of the most exciting up-and-coming contractors in the London fit out market

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

04-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English