Senior Estimator – Volume Housebuilding
Location: Norwich Area (Hybrid: 3 days office / 2 days home optional)
Salary: £69,000 – £79,000 + Car/Car Allowance + Bonus + Benefits
About the Company
Our client is a leading National housebuilder recognised for delivering large-scale, high-quality residential developments across the UK. Due to continued growth in the Eastern region, they are now seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join their commercial team and support major new build schemes of up to 1,000 units.
Role Overview
As Senior Estimator, you will play a key role in establishing accurate, robust cost plans and tender submissions for high-volume residential developments. You will work closely with land, technical, commercial and operational teams to ensure cost certainty during pre-construction and early design stages. This position is best suited to an experienced estimator with a strong understanding of new build housing, civils, groundworks or PQS cost planning.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare detailed cost plans, feasibility estimates and tender pricing for new developments up to 1,000 units.
Produce accurate land appraisals, providing cost advice during acquisition stages.
Analyse construction drawings, specifications and technical information to determine budgeted costs.
Engage with internal departments—land, technical, commercial, build—to support value engineering and cost-led design decisions.
Assess subcontractor quotations, market rates and benchmark data to ensure cost accuracy.
Prepare risk assessments, cost reports and cashflow forecasts where required.
Participate in pre-construction design meetings and contribute to build strategy decisions.
Support junior estimators and contribute to continuous improvement within the estimating function.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry costs, procurement trends and construction methods.
Skills & Experience Required
Proven experience as an Estimator, Senior Estimator or Cost Planner within:
Volume housebuilding (preferred),
New build residential construction,
Groundworks/Civils contractors, or
PQS / consultancy cost planning roles.
Strong knowledge of UK building regulations, construction methods and residential groundworks.
Experience with large-scale schemes (hundreds of units) — ideally up to 1,000 units.
Proficient in estimating software and Excel-based cost modelling.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple estimating tasks and deadlines.
Package & Benefits
Salary: £69,000 – £79,000
Car or Car Allowance
Bonus Scheme
Hybrid working: 3 days in office / 2 days from home (optional)
Comprehensive benefits package
Opportunity to work on major flagship developments with a respected national housebuilder