Estimator – Social Housing
Location: Swanley
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Estimator to join our growing team in Swanley, specialising in projects within the social housing sector. The successful candidate will have a proven background working for main contractors within the construction industry, with a strong understanding of planned maintenance, refurbishment, and retrofit works.
You’ll play a key role in preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for a variety of social housing projects, ensuring profitability, compliance, and quality across every tender submission.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for social housing projects.
* Analyse drawings, specifications, and tender documents to produce accurate take-offs and pricing.
* Work closely with clients, subcontractors, and the internal pre-construction team to ensure bids are competitive and compliant.
* Participate in tender review meetings, value engineering discussions, and post-tender negotiations.
* Maintain strong commercial awareness and ensure alignment with company objectives and client expectations.
Requirements
* Proven experience as an Estimator within a main contractor in the construction sector.
* Solid understanding of social housing, planned works, refurbishment, or retrofit projects.
* Strong numerical, analytical, and negotiation skills.
* Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Excel.
* Excellent communication and organisational abilities.