Estimator

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.