Senior Estimator- Data Centre / Battery Facility

Job Purpose:

To manage and lead the tendering process across a variety of construction projects, ensuring cohesive integration of all estimating disciplines to produce competitive and accurate net cost bids. The Senior Estimator also plays a key role in mentoring junior estimators and supporting their professional growth, while contributing to strategic relationships with clients and supply chain partners.

Duties and Responsibilities

Pre-Construction and Tender Management:

Liaise closely with the Pre-Construction Director on new and existing opportunities.
Receive, review, and acknowledge all tender documents and amendments.
Abstract scope into material and subcontract packages and initiate supplier engagement.
Oversee or directly produce accurate net cost estimates.
Ensure implementation and adherence to company tendering procedures.
Manage tender queries and liaise with clients and the design team as needed.
Identify and evaluate opportunities for design alternatives and value engineering.

Bid Development:

Cost up preliminaries and ensure risk items are clearly identified.
Prepare and distribute the Tender Summary Sheet.
Present tenders at adjudication meetings and contribute to pricing strategies.
Finalize and submit Forms of Tender and supporting documentation.
Assist with post-tender negotiations and support contract award activities.

Handover and Project Support:

Transfer all tender documentation and insights to the delivery team upon award.
Participate in project handover meetings and design team meetings (for D&B projects).
Ensure consistent feedback from project delivery teams to inform future tenders.

People and Process Development:

Coach and support the development of junior estimating staff.
Maintain and refresh the supply chain in alignment with procurement strategies.
Proactively engage with clients, specifiers, and partners to improve bid outcomes.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential Qualifications:

Degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or related field
Membership or working toward ACIOB / SCSI accreditation

Key Knowledge Areas:

Cleanroom / Data Centre / Dry Room Construction
First Principle Estimation
Construction contracts and documentation
Modern construction methods, materials, and planning techniques
Use of estimating software
Procurement practices and supply chain management
Understanding of Health & Safety in construction
Temporary works, project scheduling, and cost planning
Negotiation and communication skills
In-depth knowledge of local subcontractor market and pricing levels

Quality & Compliance Responsibilities

Adherence to Management Responsibilities:
Compliance with Construction Contract Procedures:

Senior Estimator

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