Estimator

Fawkes & Reece London; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A medium-sized family-owned contractor based in East London is seeking a mid-level Estimator to join their team. This role focuses on social housing refurbishment projects with budgets up to £40m. The ideal candidate should have over 4 years of estimating experience and a strong background in social housing. The company offers excellent progression opportunities and a supportive team environment. Responsibilities include quantity take offs, managing subcontractor enquiries, and assisting in cost planning.

Qualifications

• 4+ years estimating experience, preferably in social housing refurbishment.
• Experience with detailed quantity take offs from drawings and specifications.
• Ability to manage deadlines and chase quotes effectively.

Responsibilities

• Carry out detailed quantity take offs from drawings and specifications.
• Use estimating software to prepare and manage subcontractor enquiries.
• Assist in cost planning at pre-tender or early design stage.

Skills

Estimating software

Quantity take offs

Cost planning

Project risk identification

Job description

Estimator

We are looking for a mid level Estimator to join our team of 4 in our East London office, focusing social housing refurbishment projects up to £40m.

About the role of Estimator

We are a medium sized family owned main contractor based in East London, operating mainly across London & the South East of England. We deliver planned maintenance, major refurbishment and building safety works for a mix of social housing, education, commercial and public sector clients.

We are looking to grow our estimating team, with a strong pipeline of work ready for 2026 and the demand becoming stronger. The ideal candidate will have 4+ years estimating experience and a strong background in social housing refurbishment.

We offer great progression opportunities to all of our staff, and so there will also be the chance to progress to a more Senior title in future if desired by the candidate. Our existing team is friendly, and very knowledgeable, so you will be given great support from day 1!

Responsibilities for Estimator

Carry out detailed quantity take offs from drawings and specifications

Use estimating software

Prepare & issue subcontractor enquiries

Chase quotes & manage deadlines

Assist in the cost planning at pre tender or early design stage

Identify project risks : Access constraints, Occupied buildings, Unknown services, Programme pressures

Take ownership of entire tender packages

Regular interaction with Senior Estim...