Senior Estimator Expert

7 hours ago


Wokingham, Wokingham, United Kingdom Jacobs Full time
Company Overview
Jacobs is a global leader in delivering innovative solutions for complex projects. Our team of experts is passionate about helping clients achieve their goals while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, and sustainability.

With a presence in over 40 countries, we offer exciting opportunities for career growth and development within a diverse and supportive team.

At Jacobs, we believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we strive to create an inclusive and collaborative work environment that fosters creativity, innovation, and excellence.

We are committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve and promoting a culture of integrity, respect, and transparency.

Job Description
As a Senior Estimator, you will play a key role in preparing and submitting bids for project tenders, working closely with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive estimates and tender documents.

Key responsibilities include:
  1. Utilizing various estimating methodologies, including capacity/equipment factored, SF or m2 factoring, parametric modeling, judgment, or analogical approaches, to detailed unit cost with detailed take-off.
  2. Preparing, compiling, and coordinating the development of estimates, ensuring all required estimating documentation is completed and issued to the capture manager in line with the bid schedule.
  3. Reading and interpreting ITT documentation in full, raising any TQs or RFIs where information is believed to be missing or unclear.
  4. Participating in tender analysis and risk reviews.
  5. Preparing discipline-by-discipline quantity take-offs (mechanical, E&I, civils, structural, building works) involving, where applicable, the preparation of RFQ packages from drawings and specifications.
  6. Working with subcontractors and suppliers to prepare and distribute subcontractor & materials RFQ packages for work within project scope but not performed internally, including defining the scope of work, providing drawings, specifications, and required documentation.
  7. Completing detailed cost calculations, including indirect, direct labor, material, rentals, subcontracts, and equipment, gathering, analyzing, inputting, and compiling information for negotiated work, utilizing and understanding personnel rate cards.
  8. Ensuring that the governance process is followed and accurate submission of documentation for tender approval, upholding documentation security requirements, and managing documentation distribution in line with security restrictions.


This position requires excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills, as well as a deep understanding of construction industry practices and procedures.

If you are a results-driven professional with a passion for delivering high-quality outcomes, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Estimated Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum, depending on experience.
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