Permanent

Senior Estimator

Posted on 05 August 26 by Stephanie Forrester

  • Glasgow
  • £65000 - £75000 per Year
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Senior Estimator

📍 Glasgow | 💰 £65,000–£70,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus + Pension

Ready to take the lead on high-profile fit-out projects with a contractor that's going places?

Contract Scotland is delighted to be partnering with a respected and expanding fit-out contractor to recruit an experienced Senior Estimator for its Glasgow office.

With a strong order book, an excellent reputation, and ambitious growth plans, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a business where your expertise will directly influence project success and where your career can continue to develop.

Reporting to the Estimating Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in producing accurate, competitive tenders and helping secure a diverse portfolio of exciting projects.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Preparing detailed cost estimates and competitive tender submissions
  • Reviewing drawings, specifications, and tender documentation
  • Obtaining, assessing, and negotiating subcontractor and supplier quotations
  • Identifying project risks, opportunities, and value engineering solutions
  • Supporting bid strategy and tender planning with the Estimating Manager
  • Working closely with commercial and operational teams throughout the tender process
  • Managing multiple tenders while meeting tight deadlines

What We're Looking For

You'll be an experienced estimator who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering high-quality, commercially competitive tenders.

You'll also have:

  • Proven experience as a Senior Estimator or an experienced Estimator ready for the next challenge
  • A background in construction, fit-out, civil engineering, or infrastructure
  • Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills
  • Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
  • The ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines effectively
  • Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Office

What's in It for You?

✔ Salary of £65,000–£70,000

✔ Car allowance

✔ Annual bonus

✔ Pension scheme

✔ Permanent, full-time position

✔ Join a successful contractor with a healthy pipeline of secured work

✔ Genuine long-term career progression within a growing business

Interested?

If you're looking for your next move with a forward-thinking contractor that values its people and continues to invest in its future, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or get in touch with Contract Scotland for a confidential discussion.

Job Information

Rate / Salary

£65000 - £75000 per Year

Sector

Building and Construction

Category

Not Specified

Skills / Experience

Not Specified

Benefits

Not Specified

Our Reference

J47037

Job Location