Estimator/Senior Estimator (Commercial Building)

Job description

Estimator

£45,000 - £60,000 Benefits

Leicester

Permanent | Full Time

Full UK Driving Licence required due to the nature of the job

Estimator | Senior Estimator | Construction Estimator | Pre-Construction | Main Contractor | Construction | Tendering | Cost Planning

This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator with strong commercial awareness to take ownership of tenders from initial enquiry through to contract award, working on a diverse portfolio of commercial construction projects across the Midlands (Manufacturing Logistics Facilities)

Our client, a successful and growing Main Contractor, is seeking an experienced Estimator to join their established Pre-Construction team.

The successful candidate will play a key role in securing future business, developing subcontractor relationships and supporting the continued growth of a highly respected construction contractor.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience as an Estimator within the construction industry
• Experience with Logistics and Facilities sectors
• Strong understanding of construction tendering and pre-construction processes
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications and technical information
• Experience preparing estimates, tenders and cost plans
• Excellent IT skills including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Strong organisational and time management abilities
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines
• Full UK Driving Licence

The Role

• Preparing detailed budgets, construction estimates and tenders
• Reviewing employer requirements, specifications and tender documents
• Undertaking quantity take-offs from drawings and project information
• Preparing Bills of Quantities and pricing schedules
• Producing and issuing subcontractor and supplier enquiries
• Evaluating quotations and preparing tender comparisons
• Managing tender submissions and associated documentation
• Handling post-tender negotiations and queries
• Managing projects through the pre-construction and contract award stages
• Coordinating successful handovers to operational delivery teams
• Maintaining and developing subcontractor and supplier relationships
• Attending client meetings and project site visits

What's On Offer

• Salary of £45,000 - £60,000 depending on experience
• Performance-related bonus
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Career progression opportunities
• Exposure to a varied portfolio of construction projects
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Long-term stability with a growing contractor
• Comprehensive benefits package

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Leicester

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £45,000 and £60,000 Per Month

Published at

01-11-2026

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