Estimator

Rogers McHugh Recruitment; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing contracting firm is seeking an Estimator for fully remote work, requiring candidates to live within one hour of Warrington. The role involves producing accurate cost estimates for a range of public sector refurbishment projects, managing multiple tenders, and collaborating closely with teams. Candidates should demonstrate a strong numerical and analytical ability, and effective communication skills. This position offers a supportive commercial team, with flexibility and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Pension

Holiday package

Mileage support

Career progression

Qualifications

• Experience as an Estimator in refurbishment or similar fields.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents.
• Strong numerical and commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Produce cost estimates for various projects.
• Complete take-offs from drawings and surveys.
• Obtain and negotiate supplier quotations.
• Prepare tender submissions and cost breakdowns.
• Collaborate with delivery teams to clarify project scope.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Microsoft Excel

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Title: Estimator

Location: Fully Remote (must live within 1 hour of Warrington)

Salary: £35,000 – £45,000

Package: Pension, holidays, mileage, progression opportunities

Start: ASAP

Overview

A growing contractor delivering refurbishment, fit‑out, remediation, cladding, roofing, loft insulation and external wall insulation projects is looking to appoint an Estimator to support continued growth. The business delivers a strong pipeline of work across housing associations, local authorities, and wider public‑sector clients. This role offers full remote working, but candidates must be based within one hour of Warrington to maintain close operational collaboration with senior management. This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator who enjoys variety, autonomy, and working across a broad mix of project types within a supportive commercial team.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce accurate cost estimates across refurbishment, remediation, cladding, roofing, EWI, loft insulation, and general planned maintenance works
• Complete detailed take‑offs and Bills of Quantities from drawings, surveys, and specifications
• Obtain, analyse, and negotiate supplier and subcontractor quotations
• Prepare tender submissions, pricing documents, and cost breakdowns
• Support bid activity for housing associations, local authorities, and public‑sector clients
• Work closely with commercial and delivery teams to clarify scope, identify risks, and validate assumptions
• Maintain internal pricing libraries, cost histories, and supply chain rate information
• Support value engineering discussions, post‑tender clarifications, and early‑stage cost planning

Requirements

• Experience as an Estimator within refurbishment, remediation, cladding, roofing, EWI, or general building
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and technical documents
• Strong numerical, analytical, and commercial awareness
• Confident communicator who can work effectively with suppliers, subcontractors, and internal teams
• Competent user of Microsoft Excel and estimating / take‑off software
• Able to manage multiple tenders simultaneously and work to deadlines
• Must live within 1 hour of Warrington
• Full UK driving licence (desirable)

What’s On Offer

Salary: £35,000 – £45,000

Pension and holiday package

Mileage support for site and team meetings

Remote‑first working with flexibility

Supportive commercial team with career progression

Exposure to a broad range of public‑sector refurbishment and remediation projects