Senior Estimator (Remote)

Cornerstone Project Source; Remote; GBP 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contracting firm is seeking a Senior Estimator for a primarily remote position. The role requires experience in framework estimating and managing project costs and risks. Main responsibilities include producing cost plans, advising clients on affordability, and ensuring compliance with client requirements. Strong mathematical skills and the ability to interpret technical drawings are essential. The position offers a competitive salary of £75,000 and requires occasional travel to the office in Exeter.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with framework and two-stage estimating.
• Strong skills in interpreting drawings and technical specifications.
• High level of mathematical competence.

Responsibilities

• Ensure project costs comply with scope, client requirements, and legislation.
• Work with the preconstruction team to secure and convert tenders.
• Produce accurate, robust cost plans through all design stages to target price.
• Identify risks, opportunities, and value-adding solutions.

Skills

Framework and two-stage estimating

Interpreting drawings

Knowledge of multiple construction methods

Mathematical competence

Cost management and tracking

Job description

We’re looking for a Senior Estimator (Remote) for a principal contractor based in Exeter. The role is primarily remote, but must be able to get into the office when required.

Salary : £75,000

Hours : 8 : 30–5 : 00 (flexible)

Location : Remote with occasional travel to Exeter

Responsibilities

• Ensure project costs comply with scope, client requirements, and legislation.
• Work with the preconstruction team to secure and convert tenders.
• Produce accurate, robust cost plans through all design stages to target price.
• Advise the design team and client on affordability.
• Identify risks, opportunities, and value‑adding solutions.
• Cost and track design changes through RIBA stages.
• Complete or manage detailed take‑offs (SMM7 / NRM2 / building quantities).
• Provide full cost‑substantiation packs at handover, including comparisons, BOQs, tender books, and quotations.
• Coordinate with design leads to incorporate design fees into tender summaries.
• Assess the cost and impact of design changes and alternative solutions.

Requirements

• Proven experience with framework and two‑stage estimating.
• Knowledge of multiple construction methods.
• Ability to manage costs, timelines, and quality to targets.
• Strong skills in interpreting drawings and technical specifications.
• High level of mathematical competence.

If you are interested, please send your CV for consideration