Estimator

  • Linear Recruitment Ltd
  • Rochdale, Lancashire
  • Dec 04, 2025
Full time Construction Estimator

Job Description

A well established housing developer is looking for an Estimator to join their team in Rochdale.

Responsibilities:

  • To assess and estimate all costs associated with land acquisition, including purchase price, legal fees, site preparation, environmental considerations, topography, site conditions and related expenses.
  • Stay informed on local regulations to ensure accurate pricing and cost estimates while analysing comparable land sales and development projects to assess market conditions and land values.
  • Visit proposed sites to identify constraints and other factors that may influence the pricing strategy.
  • Work with the finance team to ensure land cost estimates align with overall project budgets and financial forecasts.

Requirements:

  • A relevant qualification or significant experience in land viability/appraisal, cost estimating, or commercial/groundworks roles within the residential homebuilding sector.
  • Knowledge of Bluebeam or equivalent.
  • Experience of using COINS beneficial but not essential.
  • Full UK driving licence.

Benefits:

  • 26 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Company car / car allowance
  • Private medical insurance scheme
  • Life assurance scheme
  • Discretionary bonus scheme
  • Pension scheme
  • Highstreet / store discounts

How to Apply:

Please submit an up to date copy of your CV and one of the team will be in contact to discuss further.