Estimator (Housebuilding)

  • rise technical recruitment
  • Maidstone, Kent
  • 02/04/2026
Full time Construction Estimator

Job Description

Estimator (Housebuilding)


Maidstone, hybrid with site travel


Salary Dependent on Eexperience + Car Allowance + Bonus + Pension + 25 Days Holiday + Share Scheme + Flexible Working + Progression Opportunities + Additional Benefits


This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator to join one of the UK's largest housebuilders, where you will play a key role in high-value residential developments while benefiting from strong career progression and a supportive working environment.


Do you have experience working as an Estimator within a housebuilding environment? Are you looking for a long-term role in a company that values your development and offers clear progression opportunities?


The business is a well-established and highly regarded housebuilder with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality homes across the UK. They are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace, offering flexibility and development opportunities to help employees thrive. Due to continued growth, they are now looking to expand their Estimating team within their Kent office.


The ideal candidate will have experience preparing cost plans and viability estimates within a residential construction environment. You will be detail-oriented, commercially aware, and confident in liaising with multiple departments to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and accurately.


This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading developer offering long-term stability, career growth, and an excellent benefits package.


The Role:

  • Prepare cost plans and viability assessments for land and development opportunities
  • Produce detailed estimates including construction costs, fees, and site abnormals
  • Collaborate with Land and Technical teams while supporting value engineering exercises
  • Assist with budgets, variance analysis, and provide support to Surveyors at project handover


The Person:

  • Previous experience as an Estimator within a housebuilding or residential construction environment
  • Strong attention to detail and commercial awareness
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
  • IT literate with the ability to adapt to new systems
  • Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel to sites as required



Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)


To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Cameron Day at Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd.

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The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.