BREul1604

Building / Residential Estimator - Warrington

50,000 - 80,000 + comprehensive package

About the Company

A well-established and growing UK construction and infrastructure business operating across residential and commercial sectors. The organisation delivers high-quality building and refurbishment projects, with a strong focus on commercial performance, innovation, and long-term client relationships.

They are recognised for their expertise in delivering complex projects across housing, property upgrades, and wider built environment schemes, with a strong pipeline of secured work across the North West and beyond.

The Role

As Building / Residential Estimator, you will play a key role within the pre-construction and commercial team, responsible for producing accurate, competitive, and commercially robust cost estimates for a variety of residential and building projects.

You will work closely with internal stakeholders and supply chain partners to ensure tenders are both competitive and profitable, supporting successful project delivery from bid stage through to handover.

As Building / Residential Estimator, you will be responsible for:

• Reviewing architectural and structural drawings, specifications, and BOQs
• Producing detailed quantity take-offs and cost plans
• Preparing full project cost estimates (labour, materials, plant, subcontractors)
• Obtaining and analysing supplier and subcontractor quotations
• Preparing competitive tender submissions and bid proposals
• Identifying value engineering and cost-saving opportunities
• Liaising with project managers, engineers, procurement, and commercial teams
• Maintaining cost databases and historical cost information
• Attending pre-tender meetings and site visits when required
• Ensuring all estimates align with company standards and client expectations

The Ideal Candidate

The successful Building / Residential Estimator will have:

• 3-8 years' experience in a construction estimating role
• Background in residential and/or commercial construction projects
• Strong understanding of construction methods, sequencing, and materials
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications confidently
• Strong numerical, analytical, and commercial awareness
• Experience working with subcontractor packages and supply chain pricing
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of 50,000 - 80,000 (DOE)
• Attractive benefits package
• Opportunity to work on a strong pipeline of residential and commercial projects
• Clear career progression within a growing commercial team
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Exposure to varied and high-profile construction schemes across the region

• Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.

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  Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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