Senior Estimator Location: Paisley Job Type: Permanent Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience About the Role Our client is an established main contractor delivering construction, refurbishment and maintenance projects across Scotland and England. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join their commercial team and lead the preparation of accurate, competitive and profitable tenders. Key Responsibilities Prepare detailed estimates and tender submissions. Review drawings, specifications and contract documents. Obtain and assess subcontractor and supplier quotations. Identify commercial risks and opportunities. Attend site visits and tender review meetings. Produce cost plans and value engineering proposals. Support tender handovers to project teams. Oversee and mentor estimating team members. Improve estimating systems and cost databases. Skills and Experience Senior estimating experience within construction. Knowledge of refurbishment and maintenance projects. Strong commercial and numerical skills. Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines. Confident interpreting technical drawings and specifications. Good knowledge of market rates and procurement. Strong communication and organisational skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office and estimating software. Construction qualification preferred but not essential. Benefits Competitive salary. Annual bonus. Company pension. Training and development. Long-service awards. Staff benefits and perks. Strong pipeline of projects.
20/07/2026
Full time
Senior Estimator Location: Paisley Job Type: Permanent Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience About the Role Our client is an established main contractor delivering construction, refurbishment and maintenance projects across Scotland and England. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join their commercial team and lead the preparation of accurate, competitive and profitable tenders. Key Responsibilities Prepare detailed estimates and tender submissions. Review drawings, specifications and contract documents. Obtain and assess subcontractor and supplier quotations. Identify commercial risks and opportunities. Attend site visits and tender review meetings. Produce cost plans and value engineering proposals. Support tender handovers to project teams. Oversee and mentor estimating team members. Improve estimating systems and cost databases. Skills and Experience Senior estimating experience within construction. Knowledge of refurbishment and maintenance projects. Strong commercial and numerical skills. Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines. Confident interpreting technical drawings and specifications. Good knowledge of market rates and procurement. Strong communication and organisational skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office and estimating software. Construction qualification preferred but not essential. Benefits Competitive salary. Annual bonus. Company pension. Training and development. Long-service awards. Staff benefits and perks. Strong pipeline of projects.
We are working with a well-established construction and fit-out contractor delivering high-quality projects across the UK and Ireland. The business specialises in creating exceptional commercial spaces, including office refurbishments, high-end showrooms, retail environments and public-sector projects. Due to continued growth, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Estimating Manager to lead the estimating function and support the delivery of high-value projects. Why Join? Varied fit-out and refurbishment projects across multiple sectors Clear career development and progression opportunities Supportive and collaborative working environment Competitive salary and benefits package Flexible and hybrid working options Key Responsibilities Lead, manage and develop the estimating team Agree bid strategies with the senior management team Oversee the preparation of accurate and competitive tenders Develop and manage bid programmes Chair internal and external tender progress meetings Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities Review contract and tender documentation Work closely with commercial and operational teams Monitor market trends, subcontractor pricing and supply-chain costs Manage tenders from initial enquiry through to award and handover Support business development activity with new and existing clients Ensure submissions meet client expectations and commercial objectives Skills and Experience Relevant qualification in Estimating, Quantity Surveying or Construction Proven estimating experience within fit-out and refurbishment Experience managing projects valued up to approximately 30 million Strong knowledge of estimating software Previous experience leading and developing an estimating team Understanding of single-stage, two-stage and negotiated tenders Excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills Ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities Flexible, organised and team-focused approach Membership of RICS, CIOB or ACostE would be advantageous but is not essential.
20/07/2026
Full time
We are working with a well-established construction and fit-out contractor delivering high-quality projects across the UK and Ireland. The business specialises in creating exceptional commercial spaces, including office refurbishments, high-end showrooms, retail environments and public-sector projects. Due to continued growth, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Estimating Manager to lead the estimating function and support the delivery of high-value projects. Why Join? Varied fit-out and refurbishment projects across multiple sectors Clear career development and progression opportunities Supportive and collaborative working environment Competitive salary and benefits package Flexible and hybrid working options Key Responsibilities Lead, manage and develop the estimating team Agree bid strategies with the senior management team Oversee the preparation of accurate and competitive tenders Develop and manage bid programmes Chair internal and external tender progress meetings Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities Review contract and tender documentation Work closely with commercial and operational teams Monitor market trends, subcontractor pricing and supply-chain costs Manage tenders from initial enquiry through to award and handover Support business development activity with new and existing clients Ensure submissions meet client expectations and commercial objectives Skills and Experience Relevant qualification in Estimating, Quantity Surveying or Construction Proven estimating experience within fit-out and refurbishment Experience managing projects valued up to approximately 30 million Strong knowledge of estimating software Previous experience leading and developing an estimating team Understanding of single-stage, two-stage and negotiated tenders Excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills Ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities Flexible, organised and team-focused approach Membership of RICS, CIOB or ACostE would be advantageous but is not essential.
