Senior Estimator / Quantity Surveyor
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About the Role
The Opportunity
Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured and repeat business, this well-established Shropshire-based consultancy is looking to appoint a Senior Estimator / Quantity Surveyor to strengthen its team.
This is a key appointment within a growing practice, offering real progression opportunities for someone who wants to take ownership, influence projects from pre-construction through to completion, and play a visible role in the continued success of the business.
We are open to candidates from either a consultancy or contractor background, provided you have solid experience in tendering work packages and a strong commercial mindset.
Building services experience would be advantageous, but is not essential
The Role
This position combines pre-construction estimating expertise with broader quantity surveying responsibilities across the project lifecycle.
Pre-Construction & Estimating
- Preparing detailed cost estimates and cost plans
- Tendering and pricing work packages
- Undertaking measurement and take-offs
- Reviewing drawings and specifications to identify scope, risk and value opportunities
- Supporting procurement strategy and contractor selection
- Preparing tender documentation and analysing returned tenders
- Producing tender reports and recommendations
Commercial & Project Delivery
- Supporting pre- and post-contract cost management
- Managing valuations, variations and change control
- Producing accurate cost reporting
- Assisting with final account negotiations
- Advising clients on procurement routes (Traditional, D&B, Two-Stage etc.)
- Contributing to clear and professional commercial advice
About You
Essential
- Experience as an Estimator, Quantity Surveyor, or Senior QS
- Background in consultancy or contractor environment
- Proven experience tendering work packages
- Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
- Confident communicator, comfortable engaging with clients and project teams
- Able to work independently and take ownership of projects
Desirable (Not Essential)
- Building services / M&E exposure
- Experience across multiple sectors
- Familiarity with JCT and/or NEC contracts
- MRICS qualified or working towards chartership
The Right Personality
This practice values people who:
- Are proactive and commercially sharp
- Take responsibility and see tasks through
- Enjoy being part of a growing business
- Want genuine progression rather than a static role
What’s On Offer
- Salary circa £55,000 (depending on experience)
- Clear progression pathway within a growing consultancy
- Broad project exposure across varied sectors
- Supportive and flexible working environment
- The opportunity to play a meaningful role in the continued expansion of the practice
If you are an experienced Estimator or Quantity Surveyor ready to step into a senior-level role with real progression potential, please apply quoting Vacancy Ref: CK3550994.
Please contact Caroline Kingsley further information.
E: caroline@kingsleyrecruitment.co.uk
M: 077683818631
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