R13 Recruitment are partnering a highly regarded construction group in search of an Estimator to join their pre-construction team. Working alongside an experienced Senior Estimator, this role will play a key part in supporting land appraisals, tender submissions and commercial decision-making across the company’s new developments in the region.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Estimator with a strong understanding of construction costs, risk and value engineering, who enjoys working collaboratively across pre-contract, commercial and development teams.
Working hours are Monday to Friday, full time working across the region with site visits required. An offered salary of between £55,000 – £65,000 DOE with a company car or car allowance offered alongside.
The company
This organisation is a respected and established construction firm with a strong regional presence and a consistent pipeline of developments. Known for its structured processes, commercial rigour, and commitment to quality, the business offers a professional environment with long-term career stability and development opportunities.
Benefits
*Company Car or car allowance
*Private medical insurance
*Pension scheme
*26 days annual leave + bank holidays
*Holiday purchase scheme
*Structured induction and ongoing professional development
*Mileage expenses
The day to day
*Preparing detailed cost estimates and land appraisals to support new opportunities.
*Working closely with development and commercial teams to identify risks and value engineering solutions.
*Producing accurate prime cost calculations and tracking cost movement throughout the pre-contract stage.
*Supporting the tendering and subcontractor evaluation process.
*Maintaining up-to-date cost data in line with market conditions and supply chain pricing.
*Preparing cash flow forecasts aligned to development programmes.
*Participating in bid and appraisal review meetings, clearly outlining assumptions, risks and commercial considerations.
*Advising on abnormal costs and alternative appraisal scenarios to support decision-making.
*Undertaking site visits to understand construction methods and site-specific challenges.
You will have / be
*Proven experience in an Estimator role within construction or housebuilding.
*Strong understanding of land appraisals, tendering and cost planning.
*Commercially astute, with the ability to identify and manage risk.
*Confident working with estimating and appraisal software.
*Comfortable presenting information and contributing to bid reviews.
*Strong communication skills, able to work collaboratively across teams.
*Well-organised, detail-focused and deadline-driven.
*Willing to visit sites as required.
How to apply
To hear more details about this opportunity, please email your CV to Rebecca Headden – Business Partner at R13 Recruitment. If you do not hear from us within 5 working days of submitting your CV, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.