Estimator - Super Prime

>Role | Estimator - Super Prime Construction >Company | Main contractor, Super Prime >Size | £50m t/o >Areas | Full project management, tender to handover >Based | W1 >Offer | £55,000 - £85,000  package The Company Our client is a well-established, medium-sized super-prime main contractor operating at the very top end of the residential and mixed-use market in Prime Central London .

With a longstanding reputation for quality, discretion, and delivery , they work on some of the finest properties in Mayfair, Belgravia, Knightsbridge, and surrounding prime locations . The business benefits from a highly established and loyal supply chain , strong financial backing, and a collaborative, professional culture. Due to a strong pipeline of secured and upcoming work, they are now looking to appoint an Estimator to join their growing pre-construction team.

The Role As Estimator, you will play a key role in the early stages of super-prime projects , contributing to tenders, cost plans, and pre-construction strategy on schemes typically ranging from £3m to £20m . This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator looking to step into a long-term role with genuine progression , working closely with senior management and benefiting from extensive internal support.

Key Responsibilities Preparing detailed cost estimates for super-prime residential and high-end commercial projects Producing first-principle cost plans , budgets, and tender returns Working closely with Commercial Directors, Project Directors, and the design team during pre-construction Managing and interrogating subcontractor and supplier pricing Leveraging an exceptionally strong and established supply chain Participating in value engineering and cost-led design discussions Assisting with procurement strategy and risk identification Supporting negotiated and two-stage tenders Ideal Candidate Proven experience as an Estimator within high-end residential, luxury fit-out, or super-prime construction Strong understanding of traditional build, refurbishment, and complex structural works Confident producing estimates from early concept through to detailed tender stage Commercially astute with excellent attention to detail Strong communication skills and a collaborative working style Comfortable working from a W1-based head office Candidates from a Quantity Surveying or commercial background with strong estimating exposure are also encouraged to apply.

Whats on Offer Opportunity to work on exceptional super-prime projects in Prime Central London Huge potential for career advancement as the business continues to grow Highly supportive senior leadership and pre-construction team Long-established, reliable, and high-quality supply chain Competitive salary and benefits package Stable, well-run contractor with an outstanding reputation

Why This Role?

This is not a high-turnover estimating function. Its a long-term opportunity to become a trusted part of a respected super-prime contractor, gaining exposure to some of the best projects and clients in the market , with clear progression into senior estimating or pre-construction leadership roles.