redfish solutions ltd
Senior Estimator
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Our Client
Our client is a well-established, design-led main contractor specialising in the delivery of luxury and super-prime residential refurbishment and bespoke construction projects across Prime Central London. Their portfolio includes listed buildings, period properties, high-end extensions, basement excavations, and full turnkey refurbishments for high-net-worth private clients. The business prides itself on exceptional quality, close collaboration with architects and consultants, and delivering projects to the highest possible standards.
Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, they are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Estimator to strengthen their pre-construction team.
The Role
Reporting to the Directors, you will play a key role in securing new projects while also supporting the design process through detailed cost planning.
You will work closely with directors, architects, consultants, and the commercial team, helping to ensure projects are commercially viable from concept through to contract award.
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Responsibilities
- Produce accurate tender estimates for luxury residential refurbishment and new build projects.
- Prepare detailed cost plans including stage 3 and 4.
- Review architectural, structural, and M&E drawings and specifications.
- Complete detailed quantity take-offs and pricing exercises.
- Obtain and analyse subcontractor and supplier quotations.
- Build competitive tender submissions and recommend value engineering opportunities where appropriate.
- Maintain and develop cost databases using current market rates.
- Attend tender interviews, pre-construction meetings, and client presentations.
- Work closely with the design team to provide commercial advice throughout the design development process.
- Assess project risks and identify commercial opportunities.
- Liaise with Quantity Surveyors to ensure a smooth handover of successful tenders.
- Support negotiations with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
- Monitor construction cost trends and material price fluctuations.
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Requirements
- Previous experience as a Senior Estimator or Estimator within a main contractor.
- Strong background delivering high-end or super-prime residential projects.
- Proven experience producing Stage 3 and Stage 4 cost plans.
- Excellent understanding of construction methods, sequencing, and procurement.
- Strong knowledge of estimating software and Microsoft Excel.
- Ability to interpret complex drawings and technical specifications.
- Commercially astute with excellent attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills and confidence working directly with clients, architects, and consultants.
- Quantity Surveying or Construction Management qualification desirable.
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