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Estimator – Social Housing / Planned Works
Job Posted: 5 hours ago
Salary: £ 50,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: WA1, Warrington, Cheshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Location: Warrington
💰 Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 + £6,456 car allowance (£8,056 if electric vehicle) + excellent benefits
We’re currently recruiting for an experienced Estimator to join a well-established contractor based in Warrington. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in developing strategic tender submissions across a range of projects — including Social Housing Repairs, Planned Works, Decarbonisation Retrofits, Painting, and Fire Protection.
You’ll be part of a forward-thinking Commercial Team, responsible for preparing competitive tenders, managing supplier relationships, and contributing to the business’s ongoing success through accurate pricing and strong commercial insight.
Key Responsibilities
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Produce accurate and timely tender submissions for social housing and related sectors.
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Coordinate bid preparation to allow sufficient time for review and approval by Directors and senior colleagues.
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Establish clear delivery methodologies and liaise with clients to obtain feedback post-submission, helping to build lasting relationships and repeat business.
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Maintain strong working relationships with the supply chain, including suppliers, subcontractors, and customers.
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Collate and analyse relevant data, ensuring accurate interpretation of client requirements.
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Prepare concise tender overviews, evaluate tender documentation, and identify potential risks or requirements.
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Assess and evaluate subcontractor quotations and material costs, building up unit rates for tender purposes.
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Develop and maintain a costing database for use in large tender submissions.
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Regularly review and update all cost base elements — labour, plant, subcontractors, and materials.
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Produce forecast budgets and comprehensive handover notes for secured projects, ensuring smooth transition to delivery teams.
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Generate detailed financial reports for tender adjudication.
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Support continuous improvement in the tendering process and assist with contract mobilisation.
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Work closely with the Director of New Business to increase win rates and overall performance.
Experience & Skills Required
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Proven track record in pricing bids from first principles.
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Strong experience in post-tender negotiations with clients (references may be required).
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Minimum 5 years’ estimating experience in sectors such as Planned Works, Decarbonisation, and Fire Protection.
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Excellent attention to detail with the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
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Proficient in Microsoft Excel and general IT systems.
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Flexible and proactive approach to workload management.
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Office-based role with occasional site visits as required.
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