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Senior Estimator

Bridgeman Recruitment Services Ltd
Posted 4 days ago, valid for 4 days
Location

Manchester, Greater Manchester M24WU, England

Salary

£450 - £500 per day

Contract type

Full Time

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  • We are looking for a Senior Estimator based in the North West, commutable to the Manchester area, with a salary dependent on experience.
  • The role involves overseeing the pre-construction process from tender issue to award, ensuring estimates are accurate and compliant.
  • Candidates should have proven experience as an Estimator at a Senior level within the construction industry, with a strong understanding of the full tender process.
  • Key responsibilities include reviewing tender documentation, preparing Bills of Quantities, and collaborating with various teams to manage risks and logistics.
  • This position offers opportunities for career progression and professional development within a collaborative environment.

Senior Estimator

Location: North West (commutable to Manchester area)
Salary: Dependent on experience

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to take ownership of the pre-construction process from tender issue through to award. The successful candidate will ensure estimates are accurate, competitive, and compliant while working collaboratively with design, procurement, health & safety, and contracts teams.

Key Responsibilities

Tender Stage

  • Review and analyse all tender documentation.

  • Organise tender launch meetings to present strategies, thoughts, and timelines to senior management.

  • Define tender return requirements; assign responsibilities across the business (programme, quality, social value, etc.).

  • Liaise with design teams and clients during the tender period.

  • Prepare Bills of Quantities using Conquest (or similar) software, or produce cost plans where applicable.

  • Issue compliant supply chain enquiries and manage responses.

  • Conduct site visits to assess constraints and logistics.

  • Attend and contribute to mid-tender meetings, responding to queries from stakeholders.

  • Collaborate with Contracts, Procurement, and Health & Safety teams on programme, technical design, logistics, and risk management.

  • Contribute to the risk register and produce fully compliant tender submissions to deadlines.

Handover & Project Support

  • Lead handover meetings with the delivery team, ensuring all project documentation is provided.

  • Respond to queries from build and commercial teams during pre-construction, delivery, handover, and defects stages.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Support business development by identifying tender opportunities and building relationships with clients and consultants.

  • Maintain and develop the supply chain database.

  • Attend networking and industry events as required.

  • Undertake ongoing training to maintain a high level of technical competence.

Experience & Skills

  • Proven experience as an Estimator at Senior level within the construction industry.

  • Skilled in producing Bills of Quantities and cost plans (Conquest or similar software desirable).

  • Strong understanding of the full tender process.

  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

  • Knowledge of health & safety, risk management, and site logistics.

  • Detail-oriented with the ability to meet strict deadlines.

  • Commercial awareness and a business development mindset.

What’s on Offer

  • Opportunity to influence pre-construction strategy across varied and interesting projects.

  • A collaborative environment with clear handover and support processes.

  • Long-term career progression and professional development opportunities.

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