Estimator / Senior Estimator

  • Bigblue UK
  • Nov 27, 2025
Full time Banking

Job Description

Location: London
Salary: £65,000 - £95,000 (depending on experience) + benefits
Company: UK Fit Out Contractor
Reporting To: Head of Estimating
Project Values: £2m - £20m+
Sectors: Commercial fit outs, refurbishments, cut & carve

The Opportunity

We're working with a rapidly growing, fit out contractor with a turnover of around £50m, who are looking to expand their pre-construction team with an experienced Estimator or Senior Estimator. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic, ambitious company delivering high-quality commercial office fit outs, refurbishments, and complex cut & carve projects across London. You'll be given the autonomy to lead your own tenders and work closely with the Head of Estimating and wider pre-construction team.

What You'll Be Doing
  • Independently manage and lead tenders from initial enquiry through to submission
  • Prepare accurate and competitive cost plans and tender submissions
  • Liaise with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners throughout the process
  • Carry out site visits and subcontractor pricing evaluations
  • Attend tender interviews and presentations as required
  • Work collaboratively with design, planning, and delivery teams
  • Identify value engineering opportunities and commercial risks
  • Support junior estimators or pre-construction staff if required
What We're Looking For
  • Proven experience as an Estimator or Senior Estimator in the fit out or refurbishment sector
  • Confident managing tenders in the £2m-£20m+ range
  • Strong technical knowledge across office fit out, refurbishment, and cut & carve schemes
  • Excellent numerical, analytical, and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and under pressure to meet deadlines
  • Proficiency in estimation software (e.g. ConQuest, Excel, or similar)
  • A proactive solutions-driven approach
What's On Offer
  • Salary between £65,000 - £95,000 (depending on experience)
  • Strong benefits package
  • Genuine opportunity for progression as the business continues to grow
  • A supportive team environment and direct reporting line to the Head of Estimating
  • The chance to work on standout commercial projects in Central London

Apply now to take a lead role in a growing pre-construction team at one of the most exciting up-and-coming contractors in the London fit out market.