Senior Estimator

Construction Resources; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housebuilder in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to support their Commercial team. You will prepare cost plans, ensure compliance with building codes, and work closely with departments to achieve accurate cost positions. The position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working model, and various benefits, including private medical coverage and a company car. If you are passionate about quality and value in construction, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Private medical cover

Company car or cash allowance

Annual medical health assessment

26 days holiday increasing with service

Flexible benefits

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Previous experience in estimating within the residential construction or housebuilding sector.
• Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost plans and estimates for land acquisitions and development reappraisals.
• Support value engineering exercises at appraisal and pre-start stages.
• Liaise with internal departments to ensure viable final cost positions are achieved.

Skills

Estimating in residential construction

Commercial awareness

Analytical skills

Proficient in estimating software

Proficient in Excel

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Job description

About the Company

Our client is a highly respected national housebuilder, recognised for delivering exceptional, high-quality homes across the UK. With a consistent 5-star rating for customer satisfaction, they combine innovation, teamwork, and a customer-first approach to set the standard in modern housebuilding.

They are now seeking an Senior Estimator to join their Commercial team a key department responsible for ensuring the cost-effective delivery of outstanding new homes.

The Role

Reporting to the Senior Commercial Manager or Commercial Director, you will play a crucial role in the preparation of cost plans for both land purchase exercises and reappraisals of development opportunities. This position offers a fast-paced environment that rewards commercial acumen, creativity, and a passion for quality and value.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare accurate cost plans and estimates for land acquisitions and development reappraisals.
• Calculate all prime costs, including construction, labour, site operations, and remediation work up to commencement on site.
• Support value engineering exercises at appraisal and pre-start stages.
• Input and maintain cost data in computer-based estimating systems and databases.
• Liaise with internal departments to ensure viable final cost positions are achieved.
• Provide detailed pre-start appraisals following planning consent and track changes through to commencement.
• Keep up to date with new materials and construction methods that can enhance efficiency or profitability.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes, including Building Regulations, NHBC, HSE, and sustainability standards.
• Attend design, pre-start, and specification meetings as required.
• Regularly update appraisals on purchased land to ensure margins align with current layouts and market conditions.
• Monitor, reconcile, and recharge shared cost items as required.

About You:

• Previous experience in estimating within the residential construction or housebuilding sector.
• Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills.
• Proficient in using estimating software and Excel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise across departments.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and value engineering.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Private medical cover (single cover)
• Company car or cash allowance
• Annual medical health assessment
• 26 days holiday (increasing with service)
• Flexible benefits and enhanced family-friendly policies
• Hybrid working model combining office, site, and home-based work
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion across the business

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking housebuilder where innovation, quality, and people are at the heart of the business. If you re looking to take the next step in your estimating career and be part of a team that truly makes a difference in building homes, we d love to hear from you.

Please contact Hollie to discuss Further (phone number removed)