Senior Estimator

Your new company
Our client is a well-established and reputable main contractor with over 30 years of experience delivering high-quality refurbishment and maintenance works across the North West. Known for their collaborative approach, professional integrity, and successful long-term relationships with local authorities and housing providers, they specialise in planned maintenance projects, particularly in the refurbishment of kitchens and bathrooms in occupied residential properties. With a strong order book and ambitious growth plans, they offer a stable and progressive working environment.

Your new role
Our client is seeking a Senior Estimator with experience in planned refurbishment works, particularly kitchens and bathrooms, to join their commercial team in Manchester. This is a crucial role that will see you working closely with the Pre-Construction and Operations teams to produce accurate, timely, and competitive cost estimates for social housing refurbishment schemes. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, a solid understanding of SOR (Schedule of Rates), and a proven background in estimating for similar works.

Responsibilities will include:

• Preparing detailed cost estimates for kitchen and bathroom refurbishment projects, often within live residential environments.

• Interpreting tender documentation, drawings, and specifications to develop cost plans.

• Working with SOR (Schedule of Rates) frameworks and pricing models relevant to social housing.

• Liaising with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain accurate quotations.

• Identifying risks and value engineering opportunities in tender submissions.

• Supporting bid submissions and participating in client presentations and clarifications.

• Collaborating with the operational and commercial teams during pre- and post-tender phases.

• Managing multiple tenders concurrently and ensuring deadlines are met.

• Assisting with framework applications and pricing exercises for long-term contracts.

What you will need to succeed:

• Proven experience in a Senior Estimator or Estimator role within refurbishment, particularly in kitchens and bathrooms.

• Strong knowledge of SOR frameworks (e.g. NHF) and social housing requirements.

• Experience estimating works in live, occupied residential environments.

• High attention to detail and excellent numerical skills.

• Proficient in using estimating software (e.g., ConQuest or Causeway) and Excel.

• Good communication and team collaboration skills.

• Ability to manage your own workload and work under pressure.

• A relevant qualification in construction, estimating, or quantity surveying (HNC/HND/Degree).

What you get in return:
This is a great opportunity to join a well-regarded and financially stable business that values its employees and promotes from within. You'll receive a competitive salary of 60,000 - 70,000, plus a full benefits package including car allowance, private healthcare, pension, and generous annual leave. You'll also enjoy a collaborative team culture, career development support, and the chance to work on meaningful projects that positively impact local communities.

Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.

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