Senior Estimator & Project Liaison

Senior Estimator & Project Liaison
Location: Tunbridge Wells
Salary: up to 50,000
Hours: 8am-4pm, 1 hour lunch, Monday to Thursday in the office, Friday work from home
Access to a company vehicle that has a fuel card for site visits

Our client, a reputable company specialising in high-quality development and maintenance services across commercial and residential sectors, is hiring for a Senior Estimator & Project Liaison. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a close-knit team that values collaboration, clear communication, and practical problem solving.

What you will be doing:
Prepare accurate, competitive cost estimates and tender submissions for diverse projects.
Support business development by evaluating leads, developing proposals, and converting opportunities.
Navigate building regulations, planning portals, and permit processes; liaise with local authorities and regulatory bodies.
Act as the primary contact for project applications, queries, and inspections.
Lead project management activities including scope definition, scheduling, resource planning, and risk management.
Manage materials, supply chains, unit rates, and oversee budget control throughout project lifecycles.
Produce and monitor budgets, forecasts, and cost reports; escalate variances as needed.
Line-manage and mentor technicians, ensuring health, safety, and quality standards are met.
Support and supervise an administrator, delegating tasks and fostering their professional development.
Contribute to team decision-making and support colleagues' growth.
Maintain weekly updates on quotes and estimates, managing scope of works once jobs are approved, and overseeing deposit requests and work statuses.

What you will bring:
Proven experience in estimating and cost management for commercial and residential projects.
Strong project management skills with a track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
Deep knowledge of building materials, supply chains, and budget control.
Familiarity with building regulations, planning applications, and local authority procedures.
Experience liaising with councils and regulatory bodies.
People-management skills, including supervising technicians and administrative staff.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and commercial awareness.
Proficiency with estimating software and MS Office; experience with planning portals or construction management systems is a plus.
Full UK driving licence (if site visits are required).

Preferred:
Formal qualifications in estimating, project management, or construction management (e.g., HNC/HND, NVQ, degree).
Experience in business development and preparing commercial proposals.

This is an exciting chance to contribute to meaningful projects while developing your career within a supportive team. If you are ready to bring your expertise to a dynamic environment, I would love to hear from you!

Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.