Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsCompetitve SalaryProgression OpportunitiesAbout Our ClientOur client is a market leader in delivering decarbonisation/retrofit and planned refurbishment works across the UK social housing sector. Due to continued growth in their North East division they are seeking an experienced Estimator to support the pricing and tendering of new business opportunities within the social housing sector.Job DescriptionPrepare detailed cost estimates and tender pricing for social housing refurbishment or retrofit schemesReview tender documentation, specifications, drawings, and schedules of worksUndertake quantity take offs and pricing exercises using NHF Schedule of Rates and bespoke pricing modelsObtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotationsCollaborate with bid, operational, and commercial teams to develop competitive tender submissionsAssess project risks, opportunities, and value engineering solutionsSupport bid clarifications and client negotiations throughout tender stagesMaintain strong knowledge of market conditions, labour, and material costsEnsure tenders are completed accurately and submitted within required deadlinesThe Successful ApplicantProven estimating or quantity surveying experience within social housing planned projectsStrong understanding of NHF Schedule of Rates and construction pricing methodologiesAbility to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and tender documentsExcellent analytical, numerical, and commercial skillsExperience working on competitive tenders and negotiated contractsStrong communication and stakeholder management abilitiesWhat's on Offer£55,000 - £65,000 base salary£6,200 car allowance or company carAnnual bonus - company performance relatedLife assurance & private healthcare benefitsCompetitive employer pension contributionsHybrid workingContactSam WestheadQuote job refJN-052026-7021251Phone number+44 161 829 0362Job summaryJob functionConstructionSubsectorEstimatorSectorPropertyLocationSeahamContract typePermanentConsultant nameSam WestheadConsultant phone+44 161 829 0362Job referenceJN-052026-7021251
