Construction Estimator

JR United Kingdom; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing company in the UK is looking for a Senior Estimator to join their team in Staffordshire. The position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to influence various land projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in estimating within the housing sector, alongside strong analytical and numerical skills.

Benefits

Bonus

Family-like environment

Supportive culture

Variety of work on partnerships and housing sites

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years UK experience as an Estimator.
• Experience within housebuilding or groundworks is ideal.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams to develop site-specific land appraisals.
• Prepare and review land appraisals for site acquisitions.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities in construction methods.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

IT proficiency

Job description

£40,000 – £80,000 + bonus (base salary depending on experience)

Kitson Associates is excited to share a fantastic opportunity for a Senior/Estimator to join a growing region in Staffordshire.

What’s in it for you?

• Up to £80,000 + bonus + package
• Chance to be part of a small, growing team where you can make a significant impact
• Family-like environment and supportive culture
• Variety of work on partnerships and housing sites

Role & Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Land, Technical, Sales, and Production teams to develop site-specific land appraisals
• Prepare and review land appraisals to support site acquisitions
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through innovative materials and construction methods
• Visit potential land sites to evaluate risks and opportunities, providing detailed reports for land bids
• Suggest alternative approaches for non-standard works
• Work with Quantity Surveyors, Buyers, and external stakeholders to maintain an accurate cost database, including prelims, site works, and land abnormalities
• Monitor and report on cost changes influenced by inflation, planning, and market factors
• Prepare, analyze, and present budget, risk, and opportunity reports regularly

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 3 years UK experience as an Estimator, ideally within housebuilding or groundworks
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail
• Proficiency in IT systems within a commercial environment
• Full UK driving license required

For more information, please apply with an updated CV to Becky Kitson at Kitson Associates. If you do not hear back within 3 days, your application was not shortlisted for this position. Kitson Associates is an Equal Opportunities Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.