REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in a similar estimating role within civil engineering or construction
• Proven background in groundworks, civils, and concrete frame structures
• Demonstrable experience leading tenders up to £50m in value
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Excel, Bluebeam, and estimating software
• Commercially astute with the ability to balance feasibility and profitability in submissions
• Experience with demolition and construction projects in Central London

JOIN A WELL-ESTABLISHED SPECIALIST CONTRACTOR WHERE YOUR EXPERTISE WILL SHAPE MULTI-MILLION POUND DEMOLITION AND CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS ACROSS CENTRAL LONDON.

Bennett & Game Recruitment are working in partnership with a well-established and reputable specialist contractor to recruit a Senior / Lead Estimator. This is a key role within the business, responsible for leading estimates across demolition and construction projects, with a focus on complex groundworks, civils, and concrete structures.
The successful candidate will report directly to the Preconstruction Director and will take a lead role in managing multiple tenders, ensuring commercially sound and competitive submissions that align with the company’s strategic goals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the preparation of detailed cost estimates in line with company procedures
• Develop and mentor junior estimators within the team
• Identify opportunities and risks throughout the tendering process
• Collaborate with the Bid Manager and Planner to develop tender methodology and strategy
• Produce clarifications and exclusions to accompany pricing documents
• Liaise with site teams to ensure estimates reflect current methods and costs
• Present estimates and key assumptions at internal adjudication meetings
• Support client negotiations and amend authority documentation as required
• Manage tender handovers and provide ongoing commercial support to project delivery teams
• Maintain clear documentation for estimating processes and adjudications
• Play a key role in developing win strategies alongside operational and preconstruction teams