Estimating Manager

Estimating Manager

South Woodford, London Office Based Competitive Salary + Benefits

Lead, Influence and Grow with a Thriving Construction Business

Are you an experienced Estimating Manager or Senior Estimator looking for a role where you can genuinely make an impact?

Our client is a growing and well-established construction contractor with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality new-build and refurbishment projects across the public sector. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, they are looking to appoint an Estimating Manager to lead their estimating team and help shape the future of the department.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive, forward-thinking business that values its people and offers genuine long-term career progression.

The Role

As Estimating Manager, you will lead a team of six Estimators and oversee tenders for public sector construction projects ranging from 100,000 to 10 million.

Working closely with senior management, you will play a key role in securing future projects, improving estimating processes and developing team performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and develop a team of six Estimators
• Manage and review tenders, estimates and cost plans
• Ensure submissions are accurate, competitive and commercially robust
• Prepare and oversee pricing for new-build and refurbishment projects
• Build strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners
• Identify opportunities to improve estimating processes and efficiencies
• Support tender strategy and business growth initiatives
• Provide commercial reporting and insight to senior leadership

About You

• Proven experience as an Estimating Manager or Senior Estimator within construction
• Strong knowledge of new-build and refurbishment projects
• Previous public sector tendering experience
• Excellent commercial awareness and cost planning expertise
• Experience leading, mentoring or managing teams
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines effectively

What is in it for You?

• Join a growing and financially stable construction business
• Lead an established estimating team
• Influence departmental strategy and future growth
• Work on a varied portfolio of public sector projects
• Supportive and collaborative company culture
• Genuine long-term career progression opportunities
• Competitive salary, Bonus and benefits package
• 3% employer pension contribution
• Secure pipeline of future work

Apply Now

If you are an Estimating Manager or Senior Estimator seeking a fresh challenge with a progressive construction contractor, we would love to hear from you.