Senior Estimator

SFR Recruitment Solutions; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A commercial chartered surveying practice in Norwich is seeking a Senior Estimator to prepare competitive cost estimates for consultancy and contracting services. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in construction, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work independently. This role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for career progression and a competitive salary package.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for career progression

Client-focused collaborative environment

Holiday package including closed days over Christmas

Supportive work environment with national reach

Qualifications

• Detail-driven and commercially focused.
• Ability to deliver accurate, timely, and competitive cost estimates.
• Experience across diverse sectors.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for consultancy and contracting services.
• Contribute to winning work and maintaining profitability.

Skills

Proven experience as an Estimator within construction or a related sector

Strong knowledge of construction techniques, materials, and contract forms

Excellent numerical and analytical skills

Ability to work independently

Strong communication and negotiation skills

Commercial awareness focusing on cost control and client value

Ability to interpret technical documents

Education

HNC / HND / Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering

Job description

Overview

Senior Estimator Norwich

Our client is a unique hybrid commercial chartered surveying practice delivering end-to-end consultancy and contract solutions across the UK. With extensive experience across sectors including healthcare, education, commercial, leisure, and social housing, they deliver tailored, client-first strategies from the headquarters in Norwich and regional offices across the Midlands and Southeast.

The role

We are seeking a detail-driven and commercially focused Estimator to join this growing team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in preparing accurate, timely, and competitive cost estimates to support the consultancy and contracting services. Working across a diverse portfolio of sectors, the Estimator will contribute to winning work, maintaining profitability, and delivering value for clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate, timely, and competitive cost estimates to support consultancy and contracting services.
• Contribute to winning work, maintaining profitability, and delivering value for clients across a diverse portfolio.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience as an Estimator within construction or a related sector.
• Strong knowledge of construction techniques, materials, and contract forms.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, both written and verbal.
• Commercial awareness with a focus on cost control and client value.
• Ability to interpret technical documents, specifications, and drawings.

Qualifications

• HNC / HND / Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related discipline (preferred but not essential).
• Professional memberships (RICS, CIOB, CICES) desirable but not required.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package based on experience.
• Opportunities for career progression within a growing, forward-thinking consultancy.
• A collaborative, client-focused environment where innovation and efficiency are at the core of delivery.
• Holiday package /closed on set days over the Christmas period
• A dynamic, supportive work environment with a national reach