This job expired on 10th August 2025
Senior Estimator
Collaborative; Creative; Brave; Determined; Passionate; Be True to Yourself
Clarke are a growing construction business based in Ballymena with a portfolio of work that reaches all over the UK and Ireland.
Our people are our priority, they make us stand out, we are extremely proud of them and what we have achieved.
Due to a significant period of growth, our team are expanding!
This is an exciting opportunity for a talented Senior Estimator to join our Pre-Construction Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing detailed estimates for tenders for large scale glazing and cladding projects and will develop others in the team through knowledge share and mentoring to enable them to do the same.
This role is based in our Head Office in Ballymena but may require travel to the UK.
About the role
Role Summary
Prepare tender submissions, estimates and proposals according to agreed deadlines and quality standards.
Analysis and estimation of value engineering opportunities to ensure bids are competitive.
Liaison with in-house experts to understand where additional benefits can be gained.
Receiving and logging tender enquiries
Communicate with clients on tender status.
Quantity take-off, BOQ preparation and unit rate build-ups.
Preparation, issue, follow up and negotiation of supplier enquiries & quotations.
Completion of tender checklists
Final bid preparation & submission
Follow up and negotiation of submitted tenders including attendance at tender review meetings as necessary.
Preparation of Project Information Packs for post-contract team
Attendance at internal tender review and project handover meetings
Successfully collaborate with key stakeholders to include with clients / client representatives, architects, consultant engineers, site managers, supervisors, planners, surveyors and HSEQ officers
Mentor new or apprentice team members Knowledge sharing
Checking drawings
Offering support and advice to improve
Take part in knowledge sharing activities in the business.
Remuneration
Attractive level of remuneration depending on expertise and experience
Flexible working hours
State of the art offices
Health cash plan
Private health care
Enhanced Family Friendly policies
Pension
Discounted gym membership
Opportunities for career development
We are an equal opportunities employer, and led by our values (creative, brave, determined, collaborative, passionate, true).
Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of our business.
What you will need
Required criteria
- Higher level qualification in quantity surveying or construction management
- At least 3 years’ experience in a similar role
- High level of IT literacy, especially in Microsoft Packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
- Experienced in the use of measuring software (e.g., Bluebeam etc)
- High standard of organisational and time management skills.
- High level of attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable approach to work
- Motivated team player and ability to take initiative.
- Excellent numerical and literacy skills.
- Sound knowledge of general construction methods and building regs
Desired criteria
- Façade pricing experience is preferred but not essential
- Pricing experience using LogiKal software.
- Pricing experience of large construction projects
- Technical knowledge of SFS, Rainscreen Cladding & Glazing systems (Aluprof, Schueco etc.)
Professional skills you’ll need for this job opportunity
Developing Proposals
Reporting & Communication
Plan of Work
Communication
Clarke
Our Business Engaging at the earliest stage of a project, we act as a central hub for clients offering the complete end-to-end facade service from preconstruction to project handover. By overseeing the process from start to finish, we guarantee safety, innovation and take sole responsibility in delivering remarkable buildings. Established in 1996, Clarke celebrate 25 years in business. Employing 90 plus direct employees across pre-construction, design, structural engineering, fabrication, operations and management with 180 installers, Clarke is driven by the passion of its people. In 2022, we are moving to a state of the art facility to house our fabrication and office teams under one roof. Our newly invigorated fabrication facility is fully operational with advanced offsite machinery and equipment.
Life at Clarke Our team are sociable and responsive, we value the chance to help our community both with action and fundraising. This is a vital part of our culture, fuelled by a remarkable team of employees who enjoy a challenge, from sponsored walks to marathons, spring cleans, volunteering in the community, raffles to quiz nights and coffee mornings. Our people also love to do all things social. We have a dedicated team who organise group events and get-togethers to boost company morale and bring the Clarke culture into day-to-day activities. From running and walking groups to breakfasts and lunches, remote control car racing and team building activities to Christmas parties and festivities. We’ve a great team and one you’ll want to be part of!