Our client is a growing and well-respected main contractor delivering refurbishment, social housing upgrades, fit-out schemes and external cladding remediation projects across the North West. With a strong pipeline of secured work and long-standing client relationships, they are recognised for delivering high-quality projects with a strong emphasis on safety, compliance, and sustainability. Due to continued growth, they are expanding their commercial team in Warrington.

Our client is seeking an experienced Estimator with a strong refurbishment background to join their established pre-construction team based in Warrington. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in social housing, internal/external refurbishment, fit-out and cladding remediation to play a key role in securing and pricing a diverse range of projects.

You will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive tenders while working closely with the commercial, operational and design teams to ensure commercially sound submissions.

• Preparing detailed cost estimates for refurbishment, social housing, fit-out and cladding remediation schemes.

• Completing full take-offs from drawings and specifications.

• Producing bills of quantities and pricing schedules.

• Obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations.

• Identifying value engineering opportunities and risk factors.

• Attending site visits and pre-tender meetings.

• Liaising with clients, consultants and supply chain partners throughout the tender process.

• Assisting in tender adjudications and final submissions.

• Monitoring market rates and maintaining an up-to-date cost database.

• Proven experience as an Estimator within the refurbishment sector.

• Strong background in social housing, internal/external refurbishment, fit-out and/or external wall cladding remediation.

• Good understanding of building regulations and compliance, particularly in relation to building safety and faade works.

• Excellent commercial awareness and cost management capability.

• Strong analytical and numerical skills.

• Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines.

• Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office.

• Full UK driving licence.

• Basic salary of £60,000 to £70,000 (depending on experience).

• Competitive benefits package including pension, car allowance or company vehicle, bonus scheme and additional benefits.

• Opportunity to join a stable, growing contractor with a strong order book.

• Exposure to a diverse range of technically challenging and meaningful projects.

• Clear career progression within a supportive and collaborative environment.

• Long-term job security within a business focused on sustainable growth.

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