Job Description
Estimator (Swanley, UK)£50k - £70k + Package / Dependent on Experience
Our client is a construction and facilities maintenance contractor, who have a growing Social Infrastructure team. They are at to point that the need an experienced Estimator, to play a key role in delivering accurate cost plans and competitive tenders within the South East social housing sector.
Key Responsibilities:
* Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates from drawings and specifications
* Collaborate across teams to produce commercially sound, competitive tenders
* Build strong relationships with clients and suppliers to support future opportunities
* Produce and present tender build-ups, meeting strict deadlines
* Identify risks and value opportunities within estimates
* Stay up to date with market rates, materials, and labour costs
* Support smooth handover from tender to project delivery
About You:
* Minimum 5 years' construction experience, gained within social housing projects.
* Strong knowledge of JCT & ACA contracts
* Skilled in take-offs, Bills of Quantities, and interpreting technical documents
* Numerically strong, detail-focused, and highly organised
* Proficient in estimating software (or quick to learn)
* Excellent communication and able to work under pressure
Be part of an expanding, forward-thinking team with exciting growth opportunities. Apply now for immediate consideration.
Apply to this role via RHL Recruitment by sending your resume in word format with a cover note detailing your social housing Project Estimating experience.