Senior/Estimator – New Build Housing

Kitson Associates; England; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A local construction firm is looking for a Senior Estimator for new build housing in Staffordshire, offering up to £85,000 plus bonus. Responsibilities include developing land appraisals and collaborating with various teams. Candidates should have at least 3 years of UK experience in estimating, strong numerical skills, and a valid UK driving licence. Join a supportive team culture with hybrid working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive culture

Hybrid working opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years UK experience as an Estimator in housebuilding or groundworks.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Develop site-specific land appraisals.
• Prepare and review land appraisals.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Evaluate risks and opportunities on potential sites.
• Collaborate with Quantity Surveyors and Buyers.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in IT systems

Job description

Overview

Estimator – New Build Housing
Staffordshire + Hybrid Working

Up to £85,000 + bonus (base salary depending on experience)

Kitson Associates is excited to share a fantastic opportunity for a Senior/Estimator to join a growing region in Staffordshire. This role will report to the Commercial Director.

What’s in it for you?

• Up to £85,000 + bonus
• Chance to be part of a small growing team where you can put your own stamp on it
• Part of a small family feel environment and supportive culture

Role & Responsibilities

• Work closely with Land, Technical, Sales, and Production teams to develop site-specific land appraisals
• Prepare and review land appraisals to support site acquisitions
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through innovative materials and construction methods
• Visit potential land acquisition sites to evaluate risks and opportunities, providing detailed reports to support land bids
• Recommend alternative approaches for non-standard works
• Collaborate with Quantity Surveyors, Buyers, and external stakeholders to maintain an accurate and comprehensive cost database, including prelims, site works, and land abnormalities
• Monitor and report on cost movements influenced by inflation, planning requirements, and other market factors
• Prepare, analyse, and present budget status, risk, and opportunity reports on a monthly or quarterly basis

Skills & Experience

• Min 3 years (UK experience essential) experience as an Estimator, ideally within a housebuilding or groundworks background
• Strong numerical and analytical skills, with attention to detail
• Proficiency in IT systems within a commercial environment
• Full UK driving licence required

For more information, please apply with an up to date CV to Becky Kitson at Kitson Associates. If you do not hear back within 3 days, unfortunately, your application was not shortlisted for this particular position on this occasion.

Kitson Associates is an Equal Opportunities Employer. The company is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, skin colour, marital status, genetic information.