Estimator

Position: Estimator Location: London Pay Rate: Negotiable Contract length: 6mths -12mths depending on performance with potential to extend The Role We're looking for an Estimator to support a tier 1 main contractor to deliver competitive, accurate and commercially robust pricing for tenders across projects typically ranging from £5m to £50m. Key Responsibilities: * Lead the preparation and delivery of Cat B fit-out tenders within tight turnaround periods (typically 3-4 weeks). * Produce accurate and robust cost plans aligned to customer requirements, scope and current market conditions. * Carry out detailed measurement and pricing to SMM7 / NRM standards. * Assess tender risks, opportunities and commercial exposure, ensuring a strong and competitive submission. * Supply Chain & Market Engagement * Build and maintain strong relationships with key supply chain partners to secure competitive and reliable pricing. * Engage with consultants and professional teams to support successful bid outcomes. * Use market insight and sector knowledge to inform pricing strategy and improve competitiveness. * Analyse subcontractor quotations in detail, identifying risks, value engineering opportunities and cost efficiencies. * Support procurement strategy development and contribute to profit planning. * Manage multiple concurrent tenders while maintaining quality and accuracy. * Track tender outcomes and contribute to continuous improvement in win rates and estimating performance. Essential Skills: * Proven experience in Cat B workplace Fit out estimating * Ability to measure and price to SMM7 / NRM standards. * Solid experience with Estimating software such as Conquest or Causeway. * Good knowledge around take-off tools such as Bluebeam, CostX or Kreo. * Advanced MS Excel skills. * Strong commercial awareness and risk assessment capability