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Join a forward-thinking organisation where your expertise will directly shape project success and long-term strategy as a Senior Quantity Surveyor / Estimator. Senior Quantity Surveyor / Estimator Civils & Construction Location: Cornwall (hybrid working available) Permanent, full-time (flexible / part-time considered) Salary from £54K plus + excellent benefits TBC DOE We're looking for a commercially driven Senior Quantity Surveyor / Estimator to play a key role in delivering high-quality tenders and driving business growth across a diverse portfolio of construction projects. What you'll be doing: Leading the end-to-end tendering and bid process on projects up to £5M Preparing accurate cost plans, estimates, and Bills of Quantities Managing CVRs, forecasts, and project financial performance Working closely with internal teams to deliver high-quality, compliant submissions Negotiating with the supply chain to secure best value Overseeing valuations, applications, and final accounts Representing the business in client meetings and tender interviews Driving innovation, efficiency, and commercial growth strategies Promoting best practice across health, safety, and sustainability Requirements: Proven experience in Quantity Surveying / Estimating within construction (new build & refurbishment) Strong knowledge of NEC & JCT contracts Experience managing CVRs, forecasting, and project financials Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management Degree or HNC (or equivalent experience) in a relevant discipline Full UK driving licence & CSCS card Benefits: Competitive salary with clear progression opportunities Flexible and hybrid working options Generous pension scheme Holiday starting at 23 days rising to 28 + bank holidays Option to buy additional leave Ongoing training, development, and career progression Wellbeing initiatives and employee discounts Opportunity to take on additional ambassador roles within the business If you're a motivated commercial professional looking to take ownership, influence strategy, and make a real impact we want to hear from you. Apply today or contact for more information.

Join a fast-growing, forward-thinking civils and groundworks contractor as our next Senior Estimator. Are you an experienced Senior Estimator looking to take the next step in a fast-growing, forward-thinking civils and groundworks contractor? We're looking for someone driven, commercially aware, and confident in delivering winning tenders to join our expanding team. Location: Split between sites in Redruth and Exeter Type: Full-time, permanent Salary: Starting from £40,000+ (depending on experience) What you'll be doing: Leading and supporting tendering activities across multiple projects Producing accurate and competitive cost estimates Working closely with buyers, commercial teams, and operational staff Building strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders Ensuring compliance with industry standards and H&S regulations Contributing to continuous improvement across estimating processes What we're looking for: Proven experience as an Estimator within civils / groundworks Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines Confident communicator with a collaborative mindset Relevant qualification (degree preferred but not essential with experience) Willingness to travel between Redruth and Exeter sites What's in it for you: Competitive salary with clear progression opportunities Long-term, stable pipeline of work Supportive team environment with ongoing training and development Opportunity to make a real impact in a growing business Ready for your next challenge? Apply now and be part of a team that's building something special.