Senior Estimator – Housing Development & Tender Lead

Vistry Group PLC; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK construction firm is seeking a Senior Estimator for their Brentwood office. The role involves leading a team in accurate estimating for land and development projects, working closely with internal stakeholders. Ideal candidates have a degree in Quantity Surveying and are experienced in pricing from first principles. The position offers competitive salary, bonuses, and numerous employee benefits, including private medical insurance and enhanced leave provisions.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual bonus

Company car or travel allowance

Up to 39 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Life assurance

Employee rewards portal

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or equivalent.
• Experienced in pricing work from first principles.
• Proven track record in housebuilding or residential contracting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the estimating team in delivering accurate estimates.
• Prepare budgets and evaluate risks for construction projects.
• Provide commercial support for land bids.

Skills

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Estimating expertise

Deadline management

Value engineering

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying / Construction Management

Tools

Bluebeam

Conquest estimating packages

Job description

A leading UK construction firm is seeking a Senior Estimator for their Brentwood office. The role involves leading a team in accurate estimating for land and development projects, working closely with internal stakeholders. Ideal candidates have a degree in Quantity Surveying and are experienced in pricing from first principles. The position offers competitive salary, bonuses, and numerous employee benefits, including private medical insurance and enhanced leave provisions.