We are supporting our client in leading fit-out and refurbishment contractor seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to take ownership of their estimating function and lead a small, capable team. Offering Hyrid working and excellent benefits.
This is a hands-on, leadership-level role with a company that specialises in transforming spaces and places delivering high-quality refurbishments, fit-outs, and repurposing projects rather than new builds. Typical project values range from £200k to £3m, covering commercial, leisure, education, and residential environments.
Key Responsibilties
- Lead and manage a small estimating team, setting priorities, deadlines, and quality standards.
- Take ownership of tender enquiries, pricing, and bid submissions from concept through to handover.
- Prepare and present fully costed tender packages, incorporating build costs, preliminaries, fees, and value-engineering options.
- Oversee subcontractor tender returns, comparisons, and market pricing analysis.
- Coordinate all estimating activities to ensure deadlines and deliverables are met.
- Collaborate closely with commercial, operations, and business development teams to strengthen process efficiency and bid quality.
- Mentor and develop team members, encouraging growth and accountability.
- Liaise directly with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners to clarify scope and negotiate terms.
- Attend project handovers, providing insight and continuity to the delivery team.
You:
- Has proven experience as an Estimator or Senior Estimator within fit-out, refurbishment, or design & build environments.
- Is comfortable managing both people and process leading by example and maintaining high commercial standards.
- Brings experience delivering tenders typically between £500k and £3m.
- Understands the full tender lifecycle and is confident running multiple bids simultaneously.
- Adopts a flexible, proactive working style someone equally effective in the office, at home, or with clients on-site.
- Communicates with confidence, builds relationships easily, and thrives in a collaborative culture.