Construction Estimator

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

Job summary

Kitson Associates is seeking a Senior Estimator to join their expanding team in Staffordshire. You will play a pivotal role liaising with multiple departments to develop site appraisals and manage costs, contributing to the success of new housing projects.

Benefits

Up to £80,000 + bonus + package

Chance to work in a small, growing team

Supportive family-like environment

Variety of projects and sites

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of UK experience as an Estimator in housebuilding or groundworks.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with teams to develop land appraisals.
• Prepare and review appraisals for site acquisitions.
• Evaluate potential land sites and provide detailed reports.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in IT systems

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Kitson Associates

Location:

watford, hertfordshire, United Kingdom

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Senior/Estimator – New Build Housing

Staffordshire

£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 put your own stamp on it
• Part of a family feel environment and supportive culture
• Variety of working on partnerships and homes sites

Role & Responsibilities

• Work closely 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 acquisition sites to evaluate risks and opportunities, providing detailed reports to support land bids.
• Recommend alternative approaches for non-standard works.
• Collaborate with Quantity Surveyors, Buyers, and external stakeholders to maintain an accurate and comprehensive cost database, including prelims, site works, and land abnormalities.
• Monitor and report on cost movements influenced by inflation, planning requirements, and other market factors.
• Prepare, analyse, and present budget status, risk, and opportunity reports on a monthly or quarterly basis.

Skills & Experience

• Min 3 years (UK experience essential) experience as an Estimator ideally within a housebuilding or groundworks background.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills, with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in IT systems within a commercial environment.
• Full UK driving licence required.

For more information, please apply with an up to date CV to Becky Kitson at Kitson Associates. If you do not hear back within 3days, unfortunately, your application was not shortlisted for this particular position on this occasion.Kitson Associates is an Equal Opportunities Employer. The company is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, skin colour, marital status, genetic information