Senior Estimator / Estimator (Exeter)

Lovell; Exeter; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Senior Estimator to join their team in Exeter. The role involves producing accurate cost estimates, leading the estimation process for new developments, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should possess strong technical knowledge of construction methods and advanced estimating expertise in residential construction. Benefits include a competitive bonus, pension, and private medical insurance, along with a commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Benefits

Bonus entitlement based on performance KPIs

26 holidays

Life Assurance

Pension

Private medical insurance

Access to discount portal

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee assistance programme

Sharesave scheme

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented and commercially astute with strong estimation skills.
• Experience in managing pre-acquisition viabilities and competitive bids.
• Understanding of contracts and pricing within the construction sector.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate and competitive cost estimates to secure new business.
• Lead the estimation process for new developments and mentor junior staff.
• Interpret bid and contractual documentation, identifying risks early.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge of construction methods

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook

Advanced estimating expertise in residential construction

Tools

Housebuilder estimating systems

Evaluate estimating systems

Job description

Location : Exeter, Devon, South West, UKPermanent

37.5 Hours per weekWe are now seeking a Senior Estimator to join ourSouth Westteam in Exeter to produceaccurate,timely, and competitive cost estimates that help secure new business and support our continued growth.Reporting to the Regional Commercial Director, our Senior Estimator will play a pivotal role in safeguarding Lovells commercial interests while ensuring our bids stand out for their accuracy, competitiveness, and low-risk profile. You will lead the estimation process for new developments, collaborate closely with internal teams, and mentor junior estimating staff.You will take ownership of pre-acquisition viabilities and competitive bids, ensuring every submission is thoroughly developed, commercially sound and delivered within tight deadlines. You will interpret bid and contractual documentation carefully,identifyrisks early and manage them effectively to ensure Lovell enters each opportunity with a strong, well-informed commercial position.Once a scheme is awarded, you will provide a clear and well-structured handover to post-contract teams to support successful delivery. The role also carries responsibilities under the companys Health & Safety and Equality & Diversity policies, requiring full compliance and the promotion of safe,fairand respectful working practices.To succeed in this role, you should bring strong technical knowledge of construction methods, materials, procurementprocessesand local subcontract markets, along with a solid understanding of contracts and pricing. Experience using Housebuilder and Evaluate estimating systems is valuable, as isproficiencyin Microsoft Word,Exceland Outlook. Advanced estimatingexpertisewithin the residential construction sector will be a strong advantage.If you are a detail-oriented, commercially astute estimator looking to take the next step in your career, we would be pleased to hear from you.BenefitsBonus entitlement based on performance KPIsHolidays 26 daysLife AssurancePensionPrivate medical insuranceAbility topurchaseadditionalholidayAccess to discount portalCycle to Work scheme and the Lovell Way to EVDigital GPEmployeeassistanceprogrammeSharesave schemeAs an Investors in People Gold award employer, Lovell is the UKs leading provider of mixed tenure affordable homes and has a reputation for innovation and excellence in the delivery of high-quality housing development and regeneration projects.We are committed to enhancing the communities in which we work, building quality homes for real people and looking after our own people; developing talent is key to achieving this. We understand that the success of our organisation comes from the strengths,skillsand personalities of our people. Lovell is an equal opportunities employer who encourage and value diversity and inclusion within our teams.The Lovell culture is one that has been successful for many years. It is based on empowering colleagues to make decisions at a regional and local level, and to challenge the status quo whilst working as one to achieve our goals and make Lovella great placeto work for all.TPBN1_UKTJ