Senior Estimator

About the Senior Estimator Opportunity:

PSR Solutions are working with an up-and-coming Main Contractor in Birmingham to find a driven and commercially astute Senior Estimator. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to join a business with strong momentum, a growing reputation in the market, and a clear plan for sustainable growth.

The company operates across commercial and industrial sectors, delivering high-quality new-build schemes typically valued between £20m and £100m. They are now looking to strengthen their pre-construction team with a Senior Estimator who can bring both technical expertise and strategic thinking to the role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of the estimating process for new-build projects

• Prepare accurate cost estimates from first principles across all disciplines

• Lead on both single and two-stage tender submissions

• Work closely with directors, pre-construction, commercial, and delivery teams to ensure estimates are competitive, detailed, and aligned with the business strategy

• Engage with the supply chain to obtain quotations and ensure accurate market rates

• Contribute to value engineering and risk management discussions during tender development

• Support in refining systems and processes within the estimating function as the company grows

Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience as a Senior Estimator within a main contracting environment

• Strong understanding of construction methods, procurement routes, and market rates

• Ability to manage complex tenders independently from initial enquiry through to submission

• Commercially aware with strong numerical and analytical skills

• Confident communicator with the ability to collaborate effectively across internal and external teams

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growing business with ambition and energy

Why Join This Company?

• Join a forward-thinking contractor with a strong pipeline of secured work

• Be part of a tight-knit, ambitious team where your input will shape the future direction of the business

• Career progression opportunities as the pre-construction team evolves

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Open, supportive working environment with genuine autonomy and responsibility

Apply now or get in touch with Joe Rowell at PSR Solutions for a confidential discussion.