Senior Estimator

We’re working with a leading global consultancy who are looking to appoint a Senior Estimator to strengthen their Cost & Estimating team. You’ll take ownership of pre-contract estimating on major infrastructure programmes, provide strategic cost advice, and support the development of junior colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver end-to-end estimating on projects ranging from £10m to £500m+.

  • Prepare and present robust first-principles estimates, risk allowances, and cost models.

  • Lead value engineering sessions and scope reviews with project teams.

  • Support procurement, tender analysis, and bid evaluations.

  • Produce clear, client-facing reports and confidently present estimates.

  • Coach and mentor junior estimators within the team.

What We’re Looking For

  • 6–12+ years in estimating, ideally within consultancy or a tier-one contractor.

  • Strong first-principles estimating skills across labour, plant, materials, and indirects.

  • Proficiency with Excel; experience of CostX, Candy, Cleopatra, or similar tools.

  • Sector experience in Commercial, Residential, Infrastructure, Healthcare, Education or Defence.

  • Degree/HNC in QS/Engineering/Construction Management; MRICS/ACostE (or working towards).

  • Confident communicator with excellent client-facing skills.

  • UK right to work (security clearance helpful but not essential).

What’s on Offer

  • £65,000 – £75,000 salary (DOE).

  • Excellent benefits package including private healthcare & pension.

  • Genuine career growth with a clear path to more senior roles.

  • Opportunity to join a global consultancy with first-class training and progression.

Interested? Contact Max Condie on 0117 284 0931 or apply now to find out more.