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Job Title: Senior Estimator
Location: Milton Keynes
Salary: £50,000 - £75,000 (depending on experience
Type: Permanent Full time
Start Date: Immediately (flexible for notice periods)
We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join our growing team. The successful candidate will have a key role in assessing project costs and delivering accurate, competitive tenders across a diverse range of sectors, including education, social housing, and commercial refurbishments. You will work closely with the project management and procurement teams to ensure that projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Duties
- Tendering & Estimation: Prepare detailed and accurate estimates for a wide range of construction projects including refurbishments, new builds, and small works.
- Cost Control: Monitor and control costs throughout the project lifecycle, identifying potential risks or savings opportunities.
- Collaboration: Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure the accuracy of estimates and tenders.
- Risk Assessment: Evaluate potential risks associated with projects and advise on risk management strategies.
- Market Analysis: Stay updated on industry trends and competitor pricing to ensure competitive tendering.
- Project Support: Assist the project team in providing cost information and ensuring financial performance meets expectations.
- Mentoring: Provide leadership and mentoring to junior estimators and assist with the development of estimating procedures.
Skills and experience
- Proven experience as an Estimator in the construction industry, with a focus on refurbishment and new builds.
- Strong knowledge of construction processes, cost estimation, and project lifecycle management.
- Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- A degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field (preferred but not essential).
- Strong attention to detail and a proactive problem-solving attitude.
What the client offers
The client offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for career progression. As a Senior Estimator, you’ll be a key member of a collaborative and innovative team, working on projects that make a tangible impact in the community.
About the Client
Our client is a forward-thinking and dynamic construction company specializing in refurbishment, small works, new builds, and various services across residential, commercial, and public sectors. With a focus on delivering high-quality, safe, and sustainable construction solutions, we pride ourselves on our commitment to customer satisfaction, project delivery, and team collaboration.
Next Steps:
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About Regional Recruitment Services – A Recruitment Agency in (State location of work e.g. Leicester)
This position is advertised by Regional Recruitment Services Ltd, an award-winning independent recruitment agency that has been operating since 2008. We offer permanent, temporary and contract jobs within the Commercial, Construction, Industrial and Engineering sectors. To view all of our positions available throughout the United Kingdom, please visit our website (regionalrecruitment.co.uk).
