Lead Estimator

Location: Madrid

Project Type: Data Centre Construction

Ideally M&E Estimator but will consider CSA applicants.

Spanish Speaker is a major benefit

Key responsibilities:

- Prepare, compile, and submit tenders within required deadlines, ensuring all pre-project information is accurately sourced and coordinated.
- Produce timely, accurate, competitive, and commercially viable estimates from initial enquiry to final bid submission.
- Lead negotiations with clients during tender and post-tender stages, ensuring clear communication of value, scope, and assumptions.
- Analyse subcontractor and vendor quotations, verifying inclusions, exclusions, commercial alignment, and contractual compliance.
- Attend client meetings, deliver presentations, and represent the estimating function professionally in all bid-related discussions.
- Support and collaborate with the wider estimating team—sharing knowledge, benchmarking costs, and contributing to estimating process improvements.
- Participate in tender review meetings, bid clarification sessions, and follow-up actions as required.
- Track and follow up on submitted tenders to gather feedback and maintain visibility on commercial opportunities.
- Maintain structured documentation and ensure estimating files remain clear, accurate, and audit-ready.
- Undertake any additional related tasks as requested by management in support of team objectives.

Qualifications & Experience:

- Previous estimating or commercial experience within the construction sector.
- Trade qualification or degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering) preferred.
- Experience leading or mentoring team members within an estimating environment.
- Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret technical data and evaluate complex project cost structures.
- Confident communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders during negotiations.
- Highly organized, proactive, and capable of working to strict deadlines in a fast-paced bid environment.