Job Description:

Senior Estimator / Cost Planner



Warrington - £65,000 - £80,000 + Package

The Opportunity
We are partnering with a well-established and expanding £40m turnover Developer / Contractor to recruit a Senior Estimator / Cost Planner to join their Warrington-based team.

With a strong and growing pipeline, this is a key appointment within the Pre-Construction function, offering the opportunity to take ownership of projects and play a pivotal role in shaping early-stage development decisions.

The Role
As a Senior Estimator, you will lead on cost planning and estimating activities from initial land appraisal through to tender stage, ensuring accuracy, commercial viability, and alignment with project objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of cost appraisals for new land opportunities
• Undertake detailed take-offs and produce comprehensive cost plans and feasibility studies
• Analyse drawings and specifications to develop accurate and competitive estimates
• Manage and contribute to tender submissions, including pricing strategies and documentation
• Work closely with Land, Technical, Design and Commercial teams
• Oversee and maintain cost databases and benchmarking information
• Provide leadership and guidance to junior team members where required

About You

• Proven experience in a Senior Estimating or Cost Planning role
• Background within housebuilding, development or main contracting
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of construction methodologies
• Relevant qualification (Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent)
• Advanced proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office
• Excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Desirable Experience

• Strong new-build housing exposure
• Wider construction sector tendering experience

What you get in return

• Competitive salary of £65,000 - £80,000
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Key role within a growing and stable pre-construction team
• Opportunity to influence early-stage project and land decisions
• Long-term progression within a well-backed contractor/developer

Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.

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