Senior Estimator

tendersglobal; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consultancy in the Bristol Area seeks a Senior Estimator to join their Cost & Estimating team. The role involves ownership of pre-contract estimating for significant infrastructure projects, mentoring junior colleagues, and producing detailed cost estimates. The ideal candidate has over 6 years of experience in estimating and holds a relevant degree. The position offers a salary between £65,000 and £75,000, along with excellent benefits and career progression.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Pension

Career growth opportunities

First-class training

Qualifications

• 6–12+ years in estimating, ideally within consultancy or a tier-one contractor.
• Confident communicator with excellent client-facing skills.
• UK right to work (security clearance helpful but not essential).

Responsibilities

• Deliver end-to-end estimating on projects ranging from £10m to £500m+.
• Lead value engineering sessions and scope reviews.
• Coach and mentor junior estimators within the team.

Skills

First-principles estimating

Strong communication skills

Proficiency with Excel

Sector experience in Commercial, Residential, Infrastructure

Education

Degree/HNC in QS/Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

CostX

Candy

Cleopatra

Job description

Job title:

Senior Estimator

Company

Conrad Consulting

Job description

Senior Estimator£65,000 – £75,000PermanentBristol, South WestWe’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 ResponsibilitiesDeliver 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 For6–12+ 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.

Expected salary

£65000 – 75000 per year

Location

Bristol Area

Job date

Sun, 24 Aug 2025 03:05:24 GMT

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