Senior Estimator - Volume Housing (Hybrid, Car/Bonus)

Rogers McHugh Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 69,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national housebuilder in the Norwich area is seeking a Senior Estimator to join their commercial team. This hybrid role, with 3 days in the office and 2 days from home, offers a competitive salary of £69,000 - £79,000 plus a car allowance, bonus scheme, and comprehensive benefits. The Senior Estimator will prepare cost plans and tender submissions for high-volume residential developments, engage with various teams, and ensure cost certainty during pre-construction stages. Candidates need proven experience in estimating within the construction sector, particularly in volume housebuilding.

Benefits

Car or Car Allowance

Bonus Scheme

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunity to work on major developments

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Estimator, Senior Estimator or Cost Planner.
• Experience in volume housebuilding or large scale projects.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost plans and tender pricing for new developments.
• Analyse drawings and specifications to determine budgeted costs.
• Engage with internal departments to support cost-led design decisions.
• Participate in pre-construction design meetings.

Skills

Volume housebuilding

New build residential construction

Groundworks

Construction regulations knowledge

Estimating software proficiency

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Tools

Estimating software

Excel

Job description

A leading national housebuilder in the Norwich area is seeking a Senior Estimator to join their commercial team. This hybrid role, with 3 days in the office and 2 days from home, offers a competitive salary of £69,000 - £79,000 plus a car allowance, bonus scheme, and comprehensive benefits. The Senior Estimator will prepare cost plans and tender submissions for high-volume residential developments, engage with various teams, and ensure cost certainty during pre-construction stages. Candidates need proven experience in estimating within the construction sector, particularly in volume housebuilding.