Estimator in Pontefract, City and Borough of Wakefield

Estimator

Permanent

Yorkshire

Salary Dependent on Experience

The Client

We are working with an established and growing residential developer who is looking to appoint an Estimator to join its team. The business specialises in delivering high-quality new-build homes across the residential sector, with a strong focus on quality, customer satisfaction and creating well-designed communities.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator to play a key role in the early stages of residential developments, preparing accurate cost estimates and ensuring projects are commercially viable before moving into construction.

Working closely with the land, technical, design and commercial teams, you will help assess development costs, identify efficiencies and support the successful delivery of new housing schemes.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates and budgets for new-build residential developments.
• Assist with land appraisals and development feasibility assessments.
• Produce detailed cost plans, take-offs and bills of quantities.
• Obtain and analyse subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Review drawings, specifications and tender documentation to establish project costs.
• Identify potential cost savings and value engineering opportunities.
• Liaise with land, technical, design and commercial teams throughout the estimating process.
• Monitor material, labour and subcontractor costs to ensure estimates remain competitive and accurate.
• Support the preparation of tender submissions and commercial reports.
• Maintain accurate estimating records and cost databases.

Key Requirements

• Previous experience in an Estimator role within residential housebuilding.
• Experience preparing estimates and cost plans for new-build developments.
• Understanding construction methods, materials & residential building processes.
• Ability to interpret architectural drawings, specifications and technical information.
• Experience obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Confident communicating with internal teams, subcontractors & suppliers.