Estimator

Fawkes & Reece London; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Fawkes & Reece London is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our team in Hampshire/Surrey. You will prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for residential developments, with a strong focus on cost control and commercial viability.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in the open market and a solid knowledge of house building costs, with the ability to interpret drawings and schedules and to negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Estimator in residential construction.
• Strong understanding of house building and construction costs.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and schedules.
• Knowledge of subcontractor and supplier markets.
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficient in estimating software and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for residential developments.
• Conduct viability studies.
• Review drawings, specifications and documentation.
• Obtain and analyse subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Carry out material and labour take-offs.
• Identify potential cost savings and commercial opportunities.
• Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers and internal teams.
• Support the commercial team through tender and procurement processes.
• Ensure estimates are accurate, competitive and submitted on time.

Skills

Estimator experience

Residential construction

Drawings interpretation

Subcontractor markets knowledge

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are currently working with an established residential / social housing main Contractor who are looking to recruit an experienced Estimator to join their team in Hampshire / surrey .

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for residential developments.
• Conducting viability studies.
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and relevant documentation.
• Obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Carrying out material and labour take-offs.
• Identifying potential cost savings and commercial opportunities.
• Liaising with subcontractors, suppliers and internal teams.
• Supporting the commercial team through the tender and procurement process.
• Ensuring estimates are accurate, competitive and submitted within required deadlines.

About You

• Previous experience working as an Estimator within the open market, residential construction sector.
• Strong understanding of house building and construction costs.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and schedules.
• Good knowledge of subcontractor and supplier markets across South Wales.
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficient in relevant estimating and Microsoft Office software.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established residential developer with a strong pipeline of work across South of the UK