Full job descriptionEstimator (Retrofit & Refurbishment)
Warrington (Hybrid Working) | Birmingham Office Available
£58,000 - £65,000 + Development Opportunities
Are you an Estimator looking to work on projects that genuinely make a difference?
We’re recruiting on behalf of a growing contractor delivering energy-efficient refurbishment and retrofit schemes across the UK. Their projects help improve the performance of social housing, Housing Association properties and public sector buildings through innovative retrofit solutions, including heat pump installations and large-scale refurbishment programmes.
Whether you’re an experienced Estimator or a talented Assistant/Trainee Estimator ready for the next step, this is an excellent opportunity to join a business committed to investing in people and supporting career progression.
The Role
As Estimator, you’ll play a key role in securing and pricing work across a diverse portfolio of retrofit and refurbishment projects. Working closely with operational teams, supply chain partners and clients, you’ll be responsible for producing competitive and accurate tenders from initial enquiry through to submission.
Key responsibilities include:
*Preparing detailed Bills of Quantities (BOQs)
*Reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications
*Producing accurate quotations, estimates and pricing proposals
*Managing enquiries to subcontractors and suppliers
*Evaluating supply chain returns and analysing costs
*Supporting two-stage tender submissions
*Identifying value engineering opportunities where appropriate
*Working closely with delivery teams to ensure smooth project handovers
Projects You’ll Be Involved In
*Retrofit and decarbonisation programmes
*Heat pump installation schemes
*Housing Association projects
*Social housing refurbishments
*Public sector building upgrades
*Energy efficiency improvement projects
What We’re Looking For
*Experience within a construction estimating role
*Ability to prepare detailed BOQs and cost plans
*Strong understanding of construction drawings and specifications
*Knowledge of subcontractor and material supply chains
*Experience working on refurbishment, retrofit or building projects
*Understanding of two-stage tender processes
*Main contractor background preferred
*Typically around 5-6 years’ industry experience, although applications from ambitious junior estimators are welcomed
What’s on Offer?
*Salary circa £58,000 - £65,000
*Hybrid working arrangement
*Warrington office with Birmingham office option available
*Significant training and development support
*Clear progression opportunities
*Opportunity to work on projects that contribute to sustainability and energy efficiency goals
If you’re an Estimator looking to build a long-term career within the growing retrofit and decarbonisation sector, we’d love to hear from you.