Senior Cost Estimator
6 days ago
Barking
1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants This range is provided by Culture Guru. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Direct message the job poster from Culture Guru Hours: 40 hours per week (08:00hrs – 17:00hrs) Start: Immediate (willing to wait for notice) Contract: Permanent / Full-Time Location: Barking, East London - (Hybrid) 1 day WFH - with some travel to sites Culture Guru is working with a highly respected construction and refurbishment contractor in East London to find a Senior Estimator to join their growing Pre-Construction team. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on detail, works well under pressure, and knows how to balance commercial rigour with practical build insight. You’ll play a key role in pricing projects accurately and representing the company with professionalism and clarity from the very first interaction. Responsibilities of the role, but not limited to; • Lead the preparation and timely submission of compliant tenders, cost plans, and quotations., • Review drawings and carry out precise take-offs to inform accurate pricing., • Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to secure quotes aligned with project requirements., • Ensure all supporting documentation – commercial, contractual, and administrative – is ready for submission., • Liaise closely with internal teams – from commercial to operational and admin – to ensure clarity and accuracy in tender submissions., • Attend internal handover meetings to transition successful bids into delivery smoothly., • Represent the company at pre-start client meetings and interviews when required., • Produce relevant reports and analysis to support tender outcomes., • Work in accordance with internal policies and procedures, maintaining standards of quality and compliance throughout., • Support a collaborative and professional approach across all departments involved in the tendering process. Desirable attributes of the successful candidate • Holds a valid UK driving licence and DBS (or willing to obtain one), • Strong planning, organisation, and time management skills, • Confident in Microsoft Office and tech-savvy with estimating/reporting tools, • Ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously, • Presents well and maintains professional standards across all touchpoints, • Commercially Sharp: You have a strong understanding of pricing construction or refurbishment projects and can meet profit targets without compromising quality., • Detail-Oriented: You’re meticulous in your work, double-check your own outputs, and thrive on producing accurate and well-presented tenders., • Client-Facing: You represent the company with professionalism and care, building trust with clients and external partners from day one., • Technically Confident: You can interpret technical drawings, contracts, and specs, and translate them into reliable costings., • Adaptable & Accountable: Comfortable travelling when needed, hitting tight deadlines, and taking ownership of your performance., • Well-Rounded Professional: A great team player with strong people skills, excellent communication, and a proactive attitude. Apply now through Culture Guru and step into a high-impact estimating role where your attention to detail, technical skill, and people-first mindset will drive business success. This is your chance to be the commercial backbone of a company delivering meaningful refurbishment and regeneration work across the region. • Not Applicable, • Full-time, • Project Management and General Business, • Construction and Building Construction Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Culture Guru by 2x Feltham, England, United Kingdom £50,000.00-£70,000.00 4 weeks ago Chiswick, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Enfield, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Bexleyheath, England, United Kingdom 10 hours ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Greater London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Greater London, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago City Of London, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago Billericay, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago Greater London, England, United Kingdom 9 hours ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr