Estimator - Social Housing & Refurbishment

Daniel Owen Ltd; Bishop's Stortford; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Daniel Owen Ltd is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our social housing and property maintenance team in Bishop's Stortford. You will prepare cost estimates, review drawings, and manage subcontractor quotes to deliver competitive tenders.

The role requires strong numerical and analytical skills, experience in pricing planned maintenance or refurbishment, and proficient IT/estimating software usage. A permanent, full-time position with a base salary of £45,000 plus a £5,000 car allowance

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an Estimator role within construction or social housing.

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

Numerical analysis

Interpreting drawings

Excel

Tendering

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Daniel Owen Ltd is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our social housing and property maintenance team in Bishop's Stortford. You will prepare cost estimates, review drawings, and manage subcontractor quotes to deliver competitive tenders.

The role requires strong numerical and analytical skills, experience in pricing planned maintenance or refurbishment, and proficient IT/estimating software usage. A permanent, full-time position with a base salary of £45,000 plus a £5,000 car allowance