Senior Estimator
| Company: | Story Contracting Limited |
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| Salary: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Wakefield, WF1 2DF |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 9 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 3 Nov 2026 |
Summary
We are looking for an experienced Senior Estimator to join our Eastern region. This is a great opportunity to take a leading role in developing competitive, high-quality tenders and helping shape Story’s future pipeline of work.
Reporting to the Estimating Manager, you'll be responsible for preparing and leading tender submissions across a range of projects, ensuring bids are commercially robust, accurately priced and aligned with client requirements. You'll play an important role in our work-winning strategy and contribute directly to the growth of the business.
What We Offer
Competitive salary and pension
Health cash plan and wellbeing support
Training and career development opportunities
Two paid volunteering days each year.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the full tender process from first enquiry through to submission
Prepare high quality, competitive tenders that deliver value for money
Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with clients and key stakeholders
Work effectively with internal teams to ensure smooth communication and clear project handovers
Support continuous improvement by enhancing processes and helping strengthen our work winning capability
About you
You will bring:
• HNC (or higher) in Construction, Built Environment, or a related field, or 10+ years of proven industry experience
• High proficiency in Microsoft Windows and the full Office suite
• Estimating software experience (Causeway Estimating preferable)
• Extensive experience of civil engineering estimating within the Rail, Highways, Water and Energy sectors.
• A self motivated, resilient attitude with the ability to lead and influence
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with confidence in client facing environments
Why Story Contracting?
We are an award-winning infrastructure company with values that put people first: Grounded, Hardworking, Proud, Family, Trusted, Winners.
Every Story Matters
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued. All applicants will be considered fairly, regardless of background, identity, or beliefs.
Location
We have recently relocated to new office premises conveniently situated just off Junction 41 of the M1 motorway, approximately one mile from Wakefield City Centre. The new location offers excellent public transport links and is within easy walking distance of a range of local amenities.
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