Login to Apply

Job Title: Estimator

Location: Shrewsbury

Salary: from £50k (depending on experience)

Hours of Work: Monday – Friday, Full-time

Type: Permanent

Start Date: Immediately (flexible for notice periods)

Our client is a dynamic and growing company working across a range of high-quality construction projects. Due to continued success, they are now seeking an experienced and detail-driven Senior Estimator to join their team. This is a great opportunity for a motivated professional to lead pre-construction estimating activities and help secure exciting new work across the region.

Duties

* Manage the end-to-end estimating process, from initial enquiry to final submission

* Analyse project drawings, specifications, and supporting documents to prepare comprehensive and competitive cost estimates

* Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers to obtain accurate and competitive quotations

* Evaluate project risks and opportunities in each tender submission

* Work collaboratively with pre-construction, commercial, and delivery teams to ensure estimates align with project strategy

* Contribute to value engineering exercises and identify cost-saving opportunities

* Keep up to date with market rates, suppliers, and construction methods

* Support bid preparation and submission documents where required

It is essential or preferable that you have the following experience, qualifications or skills:

* Proven experience as an Estimator or Senior Estimator in the construction industry

* Strong technical knowledge of construction methods, materials, and building regulations

* Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and technical specifications

* Excellent attention to detail with strong numerical and analytical skills

* Proficient in estimating software and Microsoft Office suite

* Confident communication and negotiation skills with stakeholders at all levels

* Capable of managing multiple tenders and tight deadlines

* Commercial awareness and the ability to evaluate costs and margins effectively

Benefits

* Competitive basic salary – from £50k depending on experience

* Company pension scheme

* Free parking and on-site parking

* 24 days annual holiday plus bank holidays

* Supportive working environment with a focus on professional development

* Opportunities for career progression and ongoing training