Senior Estimator

We're looking for a Senior Estimator for a principal contractor based in Exeter.

The role is primarily remote, but must be able to get into the office when required.

Salary: £75,000
Hours: 8:30-5:00 (flexible)
Location: Remote with occasional travel to Exeter

Responsibilities:

• Ensure project costs comply with scope, client requirements, and legislation.


• Work with the preconstruction team to secure and convert tenders.


• Produce accurate, robust cost plans through all design stages to target price.


• Advise the design team and client on affordability.


• Identify risks, opportunities, and value-adding solutions.


• Cost and track design changes through RIBA stages.


• Complete or manage detailed take-offs (SMM7/NRM2/building quantities).


• Provide full cost-substantiation packs at handover, including comparisons, BOQs, tender books, and quotations.


• Coordinate with design leads to incorporate design fees into tender summaries.


• Assess the cost and impact of design changes and alternative solutions.

Requirements:

• Proven experience with framework and two-stage estimating.


• Knowledge of multiple construction methods.


• Ability to manage costs, timelines, and quality to targets.


• Strong skills in interpreting drawings and technical specifications.


• High level of mathematical competence.

If you are interested, please send your CV for consideration.