Permanent

Senior Estimator/Estimating Manager

Posted on 02 March 26 by Rachel Anderson

  • Edinburgh
  • £60000 - £70000 per Year
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Job Description

An established and growing Edinburgh based contractor is looking to appoint a Senior Estimator/Estimating Manager to take full ownership of their estimating function.

You will be the lead Estimator, supported by an Estimating Assistant, and will play a central role in shaping tender strategy and supporting the continued growth of the company.

They deliver high-quality build, refurbishment, and fit-out projects across a range of sectors including commercial, industrial, residential, public environments, and more.

As Senior Estimator/Estimating Manager, you will:
- Take full responsibility for the estimating function from first principles through to final submission.
- Manage and prioritise a steady flow of tenders across multiple project values.

- Develop and implement estimating strategy, pricing approach and risk assessment.
- Work closely with Directors and the wider commercial team to support business decisions.
- Mentor and manage the Estimating Assistant.
- Play a key role in improving systems, processes and bid efficiency as the business grows.

To be considered for this role, you will:
- Have proven experience as a Senior Estimator or Estimating Manager within the Scottish construction industry.
- Be comfortable operating as the main/sole estimator in a business.
- Have strong commercial awareness and ability to price work competitively and accurately.
- Be confident dealing with senior stakeholders, supply chain and clients.
- Be organised, detail-focused and capable of managing multiple tenders simultaneously.

In return, you will receive:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Long-term opportunity to become a key figure in a growing business.
- High level of autonomy and influence over how the estimating function operates.

Sound like the opportunity for you? Apply now!

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Job Information

Rate / Salary

£60000 - £70000 per Year

Sector

Building and Construction

Category

Senior Estimator/Estimating Manager

Skills / Experience

Not Specified

Benefits

Not Specified

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J46616

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