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Managing Estimator

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Posted on Jun 23, 2026 by CV-Library
Wanstead, Greater London, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
£95k - £110k Annual
Full-Time
Managing Estimator

East London / Essex Area

£100,000 or more for right candidate + Attractive Benefits Package- (Car allowance, free parking, extra days off over xmas, etc...)

A well-established, medium-sized contractor delivering a diverse portfolio of construction, refurbishment and fit-out projects across multiple sectors is seeking an experienced Managing Estimator to lead its pre-construction and estimating function.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead the preparation and submission of competitive, accurate tenders across traditional and Design & Build projects.

* Review tender documentation, identify commercial and contractual risks, and develop robust pricing strategies.

* Produce detailed take-offs, cost plans and Bills of Quantities.

* Manage subcontractor and supplier enquiry processes, analyse quotations and agree final package selections.

* Undertake site visits to assess project constraints and incorporate findings into tender submissions.

* Work closely with operational teams to establish construction methodologies, programmes and prelim allowances.

* Present tender proposals at internal adjudication meetings and implement agreed commercial adjustments.

* Support post-tender negotiations, value engineering exercises and client meetings.

* Lead project handovers to delivery teams, ensuring all commercial and technical information is effectively transferred.

* Review and challenge estimates prepared by others, maintaining quality and consistency across submissions.

* Mentor and support junior estimators, contributing to the development of the estimating team.

* Produce regular reporting on tender activity, outcomes and pipeline performance

Reference: 225280212

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CV-Library

Managing Estimator

CV-Library

Posted on Jun 23, 2026 by CV-Library

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Wanstead, Greater London, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
£95k - £110k Annual
Full-Time
Managing Estimator

East London / Essex Area

£100,000 or more for right candidate + Attractive Benefits Package- (Car allowance, free parking, extra days off over xmas, etc...)

A well-established, medium-sized contractor delivering a diverse portfolio of construction, refurbishment and fit-out projects across multiple sectors is seeking an experienced Managing Estimator to lead its pre-construction and estimating function.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead the preparation and submission of competitive, accurate tenders across traditional and Design & Build projects.

* Review tender documentation, identify commercial and contractual risks, and develop robust pricing strategies.

* Produce detailed take-offs, cost plans and Bills of Quantities.

* Manage subcontractor and supplier enquiry processes, analyse quotations and agree final package selections.

* Undertake site visits to assess project constraints and incorporate findings into tender submissions.

* Work closely with operational teams to establish construction methodologies, programmes and prelim allowances.

* Present tender proposals at internal adjudication meetings and implement agreed commercial adjustments.

* Support post-tender negotiations, value engineering exercises and client meetings.

* Lead project handovers to delivery teams, ensuring all commercial and technical information is effectively transferred.

* Review and challenge estimates prepared by others, maintaining quality and consistency across submissions.

* Mentor and support junior estimators, contributing to the development of the estimating team.

* Produce regular reporting on tender activity, outcomes and pipeline performance
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Reference: 225280212

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