Senior Estimator – Specialist Builders
Dereham Based
Full-Time
£55,000 – £65,000
A highly esteemed, award-winning specialist building contractor based in North Norfolk is seeking to appoint a Senior Estimator. With a reputation built on craftsmanship, community, and sustainable excellence our client delivers bespoke residential, conservation, and commercial projects across Norfolk and Suffolk.
The Role
As Senior Estimator, you will:
* Lead the preparation of comprehensive cost estimates and cost plans for high-end bespoke residential, heritage, and sustainable building projects (many award-winning).
* Analyse architectural and technical designs, specifications, and tender documents to develop precise and compelling bids.
* Cultivate and maintain relationships with specialist subcontractors and suppliers to secure competitive rates and ensure high-quality delivery.
* Participate in bid reviews, value engineering, and strategic meetings, acting as a commercial and technical advisor.
* Mentor junior estimating staff and drive continuous improvement in estimating protocols and accuracy.
* Deliver clear, effective handovers to project teams to ensure seamless transition from pre-construction to execution.
Candidate Requirements
We're looking for someone with:
* Minimum 5 years of estimating experience, ideally within high-end residential, heritage, or sustainable building sectors.
* Proven track record of leading estimates for bespoke, complex projects.
* Exceptional technical understanding of construction processes and materials, including heritage and eco-friendly methods.
* Commercial acumen, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to oversee high-value tender bids.
* Proficiency with estimating tools/software
* Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills, able to collaborate across creative, technical, and operational teams.
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