Senior Estimator
5 days ago
Bristol
Senior Estimator – Fit-Out & Refurbishment Location: Bristol (Hybrid – 2 days office / 3 days remote) Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 + £5,000 car allowance + benefits (EV scheme, pension, 33 days holiday) About the Opportunity Hatched Talent Solutions is representing a leading fit-out and refurbishment contractor seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to take ownership of their estimating function and lead a small, capable team. This is a hands-on, leadership-level role with a company that specialises in transforming spaces and places — delivering high-quality refurbishments, fit-outs, and repurposing projects rather than new builds. Typical project values range from £200k to £3m, covering commercial, leisure, education, and residential environments. If you’re an experienced Estimator ready to manage a team and bring structure, commercial acumen, and leadership to a growing business, this is an opportunity to make a tangible impact. The Role As the Senior Estimator, you will: • Lead and manage a small estimating team, setting priorities, deadlines, and quality standards., • Take ownership of tender enquiries, pricing, and bid submissions from concept through to handover., • Prepare and present fully costed tender packages, incorporating build costs, preliminaries, fees, and value-engineering options., • Oversee subcontractor tender returns, comparisons, and market pricing analysis., • Coordinate all estimating activities to ensure deadlines and deliverables are met., • Collaborate closely with commercial, operations, and business development teams to strengthen process efficiency and bid quality., • Mentor and develop team members, encouraging growth and accountability., • Liaise directly with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners to clarify scope and negotiate terms., • Attend project handovers, providing insight and continuity to the delivery team. About You We’re looking for someone who: • Has proven experience as an Estimator or Senior Estimator within fit-out, refurbishment, or design & build environments., • Is comfortable managing both people and process — leading by example and maintaining high commercial standards., • Brings experience delivering tenders typically between £500k and £3m., • Understands the full tender lifecycle and is confident running multiple bids simultaneously., • Adopts a flexible, proactive working style — someone equally effective in the office, at home, or with clients on-site., • Communicates with confidence, builds relationships easily, and thrives in a collaborative culture. Package & Benefits • Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 (DOE), • Car Allowance: £5,000 (or EV Salary Sacrifice scheme), • Holidays: 25 days + bank holidays (33 total), • Pension & healthcare options, • Flexible hybrid working, • Supportive, modern working environment with genuine work-life balance