Estimator

Daniel Owen Ltd; East Hertfordshire; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Daniel Owen Ltd. is seeking an experienced Estimator for social housing, refurbishment and planned maintenance projects. You will prepare accurate cost estimates, review tender documents and obtain quotations to secure competitive pricing.

The role requires interpreting drawings, managing commercial risks and collaborating with the commercial and operations teams. A solid background in estimating within construction or social housing is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an Estimator role within construction or social housing.
• Experience pricing planned maintenance, refurbishment or similar works.
• Strong understanding of construction costs and commercial processes.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Strong numerical, analytical and communication skills.
• Good IT skills, including Excel and estimating software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates and tenders for planned works and refurbishment projects.
• Review tender documentation, specifications and drawings.
• Obtain and assess subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities.
• Work closely with commercial and operational teams to ensure competitive and accurate pricing.
• Support tender submissions and cost planning.

Skills

Estimating

Tendering

Costing

Communication

Analytical thinking

Reading drawings

Tools

Excel

Estimating software

Job description

Estimator - Social Housing

Location: Bishop's Stortford

Salary: £45,000 + £5,000 Car Allowance

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Estimator to join an established contractor operating within the social housing and property maintenance sector.

This is a great opportunity for someone with estimating experience within social housing, planned maintenance or refurbishment to join a busy commercial team.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates and tenders for planned works and refurbishment projects.
• Review tender documentation, specifications and drawings.
• Obtain and assess subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities.
• Work closely with commercial and operational teams to ensure competitive and accurate pricing.
• Support tender submissions and cost planning.

About You

• Previous experience in an Estimator role within construction or social housing.
• Experience pricing planned maintenance, refurbishment or similar works.
• Strong understanding of construction costs and commercial processes.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Strong numerical, analytical and communication skills.
• Good IT skills, including Excel and estimating software.

What's on Offer?

• £45,000 basic salary.
• £5,000 car allowance.
• Permanent, full-time position.
• Opportunity to join an established and growing contractor.
• Career development opportunities.

Interested?

If you're an Estimator looking for your next opportunity within the social housing or refurbishment sector, we'd love to hear from you.