Senior Estimator
Core
Lead end-to-end tender pricing for major, high-value commercial landscape projects, developing cost plans and strategies to balance competitiveness, commercial return, and risk.
Role type
Senior Estimator (Commercial Landscape)
Builds
Tender submissions and cost plans for large-scale commercial landscape projects
Domain
Commercial landscaping / Civil construction
Required skills
Cost estimation, tender strategy, subcontractor negotiation, risk identification, scope analysis, value engineering, commercial planning, drawing review, supplier engagement, deadline management
Preferred skills
Commercial instinct, autonomy, influence, decision-making, attention to detail
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end tender pricing for major, high-value commercial landscape projects; Develop detailed and accurate cost plans across complex project scopes; Build tender strategies that balance competitiveness, commercial return and project risk; Review drawings, specifications and project requirements to identify key pricing considerations; Engage and negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers to secure competitive, reliable pricing; Identify project risks, exclusions and opportunities throughout the tender process; Challenge scope and explore value engineering opportunities to strengthen project outcomes; Prepare clear, commercially sound tender submissions and ensure deadlines are consistently met; Work closely with senior leadership, clients and delivery teams from tender through to project handover; Contribute to business growth by identifying opportunities, strengthening relationships and helping position the business to win
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC