Senior Estimator - #1740706

Fawkes & Reece are proud to be partnered with a market leading Principal Main Contractor seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join their growing team in Leeds.

The role of a Senior Estimator

As an experienced Senior Estimator you will play a key part of the thriving pre-construction team, responsible for preparing detailed and accurate cost estimates for residential, commercial and office to residential refurbishment, fit-outs and new build projects, typically ranging up to £30m. Providing a unique in-house approach delivering value and expertise in maximising offices into residential spaces with consistently high quality project delivery.

My clients challenge the traditional way of working which means their clients benefit from a smoother planning, design and construction process. With all the technical services sitting under one roof, working together as one collective team.

Responsibilities of an Estimator

• Responsible for the financial preparation of bids/ tenders for the business.
• Work in partnership with the team throughout the pre-construction and bid/ tender process.
• Ensure bids/ tenders are risk assessed and reported to the directors.
• Manage mid bid/ tender and Final tender adjudications with directors.
• Prepare costings/ submissions in the agreed format consistent with the company branding.
• Present costings/ submissions to the directors for review.
• Manage handover of successful bids/ tenders to the delivery team.
• Preparing the cost components of the proposal, including understanding of the task, planning, assessing past performance and personnel in partnership with the management team
• Attend meetings with Client, Designers, Project Managers and relevant stakeholders as required

Requirements for an Estimator

• Minimum 5 years main contractor experience.
• Experience working on Residential refurbishment project with values up to £5m+.
• Valid UK driving license.
• Relevant construction related degree or qualification
• Proficiency in relevant industry software packages e.g. Microsoft, Bluebeam and CostX
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills

Benefits for an Estimator

• Salary up to £60,000 DOE.
• Company Car or Car Allowance
• Bonus Scheme
• Exciting projects.
• Work in a collaborative environment where your expertise is valued and your ideas are heard.
• Hybrid working
• Regular team socials.

How To Apply?:

Please apply directly to this advert or for more information please call Alex at the F&R office (North) on (phone number removed) (Option 3) or (phone number removed)