Estimator / Senior Estimator - Main Contractor Experience
Location: Warrington or London
Role Overview
4Site Recruitment are seeking a dedicated Estimator to join a Main Contractor within their Commercial team, supporting their ongoing expansion. The ideal candidate should be self-driven, motivated, and able to operate independently under pressure while thriving as a team collaborator. Experience in Principal Contracting estimating is essential, alongside a strong understanding of building systems, particularly in construction, civils, and architectural works packages. This role involves external site visits with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors, requiring a professional and confident approach to represent the company and clarify bids as needed.
In this position, you'll work closely with the Commercial Director and Project Teams, focusing on creating accurate and compliant quotations from supplied Tender Documents. Upon successful conversion, you will be responsible for providing a handover to the Contracts Team, attending Preconstruction meetings, and negotiating with suppliers and subcontractors to secure optimal value.
Key Responsibilities:
* Analyse and interpret Client briefs from site visits to produce detailed estimates.
* Collaborate with internal and external teams to prepare fully comprehensive estimates.
* Identify tender opportunities by analyzing job specifications and drawings.
* Accurately perform take-offs from drawings...