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.