Senior Estimator

EY336 Senior Estimator
Location: Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire
Salary: £85,000 - £110,000 per annum DOE

Overview

A leading international engineering and construction company is seeking a Senior Estimator to support the delivery of technically complex design and build projects across the Food, Pharmaceutical, Logistics, Data Centre, and Advanced Manufacturing sectors.

This role will be based at the company’s Head Office in Gerrards Cross for an initial period of 1 to 3 months to provide comprehensive onboarding and ensure alignment with internal processes. After this induction period, the successful candidate may be based in either Leeds or Birmingham, depending on personal and business requirements.

Candidates from an ex-military background are strongly encouraged to apply, particularly those with experience in technical or engineering roles. However, all qualified candidates will be fully considered based on skills and experience.

Key Responsibilities:

Review and assess tender documentation
Demonstrate strong technical understanding of Mechanical & Electrical systems
Prepare and issue enquiries for materials and subcontractors
Identify and engage with suitable subcontractors for pricing
Attend strategy and opportunity meetings with the project team
Conduct site visits to assess location-specific risks and constraints
Collaborate with design teams and contribute to design development
Prepare tender Bills of Quantities and detailed cost estimates
Produce budgets and cost plans based on early-stage design information
Assess and compare subcontractor quotations
Raise technical queries and ensure clarity of scope for accurate pricing
Maintain and manage a tender Risk Register
Contribute to value engineering efforts during the design phase
Present tenders to senior management, highlighting key commercial risks
Prepare and submit comprehensive tender documentation
Support a smooth and accurate handover to delivery and construction teams
Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent qualification
Significant experience in estimating, quantity surveying, or commercial construction roles
Strong working knowledge of MEP and HVAC systems, especially in regulated environments such as pharmaceutical or cleanroom projects
Proficiency in cost estimation software and Microsoft Office tools
Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills
Benefits:

Involvement in major international construction projects
Collaborative and professional team environment
Career development and internal growth opportunities
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Travel opportunities depending on project needs