Senior Estimator

6 days ago

Antrim, United Kingdom Mivan Full time £60,000 - £90,000 per year

Mivan is a dynamic and progressive specialist joinery and interior fit-out contractor with a reputation for excellence and innovation. We are currently recruiting an experienced Senior Estimator to join our Estimating team. The role involves preparing accurate cost assessments in line with project requirements, including all potential additional expenses such as site management, council fees, and specialist needs. You will also be responsible for creating and submitting tender documentation to prospective clients

Candidates should demonstrate a strong track record in estimating, taking full ownership of the bidding process from initial enquiry through to final submission. They must possess in-depth knowledge of general building works, including new build, refurbishment, and fit-out projects, along with the ability to prepare estimates from first principles. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant third-level qualification and maintain professional membership with RICS or CIOB.

Main duties:

  • To act as the lead estimator during the tender preparation and coordinate the compilation of the tender submission, e.g. traditional or design and build, etc.
  • Preparation of enquiry documents using the most appropriate methods including using the internet, approved database and the Conquest Enquiry Management Suite
  • Sourcing and assessing supplier and sub contract quotations and, wherever possible, at the most advantageous terms to the Company and in compliance with any specific contract requirements.
  • Preparation of accurate Bills of Quantities from drawings, specifications and schedule of finishes
  • The preparation of an analytical estimate from first principles and where necessary as a check against subcontract quotations
  • Review and comment on design options and report findings and recommendations on cost, quality and availability during the tender adjudication meeting
  • Calculation of site management and preliminary costs
  • Arrange and when necessary, chair tender adjudication meetings including preparing the relevant documentation and ensuring that any actions are completed and incorporated within the final submission
  • Monitor and oversee the compilation of tender submission documents which may be prepared by others
  • Prepare tender submission
  • Participate in final negotiations
  • Client liaison
  • Arrange and attend handover meetings on successful tenders
  • Post tender and post contract discussions and cost considerations including evaluation of the contract
  • Assist in the training of other members of the estimating team by disseminating any relevant information regarding construction method, programme, construction outputs and contract conditions and the potential implications
  • Undertake any other duties within the Job Holders sphere of knowledge, experience or competency as requested.

What we offer

We will reward you with a competitive salary and benefits package, training and personal development opportunities and a range of initiatives designed to support a healthy work/life balance.

Core benefits include:

  • Additional holidays
  • Enhanced pension
  • Health Cash Plan
  • Length of service awards
  • Employee wellness programme
  • Working from home scheme
  • Holiday purchase scheme

Closing date for applications is 26th November 2025

Mivan is an Equal Opportunities Employer

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