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Estimator
Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ 45,000 - 70,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Maidstone, ENG, GB
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Estimator – Maidstone
Salary: £45,000 – £70,000 + benefits
An established national housebuilder is seeking an Estimator to join their South East team, based in Maidstone. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to play a key role in the financial appraisal of residential developments across Kent and East Sussex.
The Opportunity
The Estimator will work closely with both the Land and Commercial departments, providing accurate cost assessments to support the acquisition of new sites. The role offers variety, responsibility, and the chance to present findings at senior level and to external stakeholders such as local authorities, land agents, and landowners.
Key Responsibilities
Preparing detailed cost estimates for residential developments, working with technical and engineering teams
Separating and identifying standard and abnormal costs
Maintaining and updating a library of construction costs for core house types
Producing land viability assessments to enable senior management to evaluate profitability and cash flow
Presenting cost plans to internal boards and external organisations
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
Proven experience in cost planning and estimating for residential developments
Strong quantity surveying skills
Ability to assess costs from preliminary planning drawings, including identification of risks and omissions
Good knowledge of groundworks, roads, sewers, and plot works
Strong IT skills, particularly in Excel, Word, and Outlook
Excellent attention to detail, organisational ability, and a proactive, positive approach
Benefits
Competitive salary: £45,000 – £70,000 (depending on experience)
Performance bonus
Company car or car allowance
Healthcare, life cover, and contributory pension scheme
Employee benefits platform with retail discounts and wellbeing support
Career progression opportunities with a leading 5-star housebuilder
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected and successful business where your expertise will make a real impact.
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