Senior Estimator - Residential Developments Lead (Yorkshire)

RG Setsquare; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established residential developer in North Yorkshire is seeking a Senior Estimator to join their commercial team. In this key role, you will be responsible for the full pre-construction estimating function, including preparing accurate cost plans and managing subcontractor pricing. The ideal candidate will have strong estimating experience in residential construction and the ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously. This position offers a competitive salary and long-term development opportunities within a growing team.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company benefits package

Long-term development opportunities

Stable pipeline of residential projects

Qualifications

• Strong estimating experience within residential construction (open market and/or social housing).
• Background with a housebuilder, developer, or main contractor.
• Experience working on design-and-build projects or partnership housing frameworks is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the full pre-construction estimating function.
• Prepare accurate cost plans, tender submissions, and feasibility estimates.
• Work closely with land, technical, and commercial teams during bid and pre-start stages.

Skills

Estimating experience within residential construction

Ability to manage multiple tenders

Strong commercial awareness

Attention to detail

Problem-solving ability

Job description

A well-established residential developer in North Yorkshire is seeking a Senior Estimator to join their commercial team. In this key role, you will be responsible for the full pre-construction estimating function, including preparing accurate cost plans and managing subcontractor pricing. The ideal candidate will have strong estimating experience in residential construction and the ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously. This position offers a competitive salary and long-term development opportunities within a growing team.