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Senior Estimator

£43.4 - £49.7 per hourEstimated

We're looking for a new Senior Estimator to join our Estimating team here at AVK. The role will play a key role in the estimating function across complex and high-value projects. It provides strategic cost advice, manages estimating deliverables, and ensures commercial integrity throughout the pre-construction phase. 

 About Us 

AVK is the largest and fastest-growing energy solutions company in the data centre industry. We power tomorrow’s data. Leading with an innovative approach, we are the ones who provide the power so that data centres run, uninterrupted.  Our solutions are vast and comprehensive, giving data centre operators an end-to-end approach. 

We’re leading the charge in the industry. We launched the  first operational microgrid in Europe , we have an  offering unique to anyone else’s, we’ve just been named among Deloitte’s Best Managed Companies 2026, and we continue to grow in scale, adding valuable employees to our already capable and expert team. 

That’s where you come in. Ready to join us? 

Requirements

Key Responsibilities  

  • Own all estimating documentation and ensure quality control 
  • Lead tender meetings and sign-off processes 
  • Deliver accurate cost estimates and competitive tender submissions 
  • Develop pricing strategies and oversee bid preparation 
  • Review project documents to ensure compliance and identify risks 
  • Maintain reliable cashflow forecasts 
  • Coordinate inputs from supply chain and internal teams 
  • Advise clients on procurement, risk, and estimating strategy 
  • Act as a client-facing lead throughout the estimating process 
  • Drive improvements in estimating tools and processes 
  • Mentor junior team members 
  • Ensure outputs meet client expectations and deadlines 
  • Champion use of cost databases and benchmarking 
  • Build supply chain relationships and gather market intelligence 

Skills and Experience  

  • Extensive experience in estimating across sectors and project types 
  • Strong commercial and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail 
  • Proficient in Microsoft 365 software 
  • Excellent communication and leadership abilities 
  • Proven track record of delivering multiple high-quality estimates under pressure 

Studies show some candidates only apply when they meet all criteria - we don’t expect that. If this role interests you and you meet many (not all) of the requirements, we’d love to hear from you. 

A full copy of the job description is available upon request. 

Benefits

What We Offer 

  • Annual travel allowance of £4944, paid in monthly instalments
  • Flexible / hybrid working options
  • Ongoing training and career development
  • Supportive, collaborative team environment
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Company Bonus Scheme
  • Access to AVK North Face Merchandise
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