Senior Estimator / Purchasing Manager
Senior Estimator / Purchasing Manager
We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator / Purchasing Manager to join a busy commercial and operational team. This is a key role responsible for producing accurate project estimates, securing competitive material and subcontractor pricing, and managing purchasing activity from initial enquiry through to delivery.
The successful candidate will have strong experience within construction, manufacturing, engineering or a related sector, with the ability to interpret drawings, specifications and client requirements. You will combine commercial awareness with excellent organisational skills, ensuring estimates are accurate, procurement is cost-effective and projects are supplied in line with programme requirements.
Key responsibilities
- Prepare detailed and competitive estimates, quotations and tenders based on drawings, specifications and scope of works.
- Obtain, assess and negotiate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
- Source materials, products and services at the best possible commercial terms.
- Raise and manage purchase orders, monitoring costs, lead times, deliveries and quality.
- Maintain accurate pricing, supplier and product information within internal systems.
- Work closely with project managers, site teams, accounts and customers to resolve commercial and purchasing issues.
- Review project variations, cost changes and potential risks, providing clear financial information.
- Build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
About you
You will be commercially minded, highly organised and confident managing several priorities at once. Strong numerical ability and attention to detail are essential, together with the confidence to negotiate and make informed purchasing decisions. You should be comfortable working independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team.
Previous experience in estimating and purchasing is required, ideally within a project-led environment. The ability to read technical drawings, use estimating or procurement software and work confidently with Microsoft Office applications would be advantageous. A professional, proactive approach and commitment to meeting deadlines are essential.
What is offered
This role provides the opportunity to make a direct contribution to commercial performance while developing strong relationships across the business and supply chain. A competitive salary and benefits package will be offered, appropriate to experience and qualifications.
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