Estimator – High End Residential
We are working with a highly regarded, boutique main contractor specialising in the delivery of high-end residential new builds and heritage restorations across the Home Counties and West London.
The business has built an exceptional reputation for delivering bespoke, one-off homes and listed building refurbishments for private clients and estates. Their projects are design-led, detail-focused, and often involve close collaboration with leading architects and consultants.
Due to a strong pipeline of secured work, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Estimator to support the pre-construction team across a range of high-value residential and heritage schemes.
Projects typically range from £3m – £20m+, including new build country homes, complex refurbishments, and Grade I & II listed properties.
Candidates must have experience pricing high-end residential projects for private clients or High Spefication projects to be considered.
Duties and Responsibilities
Prepare accurate and competitive tenders from first principles across high-end residential and heritage projects
Carry out detailed take-offs, pricing exercises, and tender analysis
Issue subcontractor and supplier enquiries and manage the tender process through to submission
Review drawings, specifications, and technical information to identify risk, opportunities, and value engineering options
Liaise closely with clients, architects, consultants, and the internal delivery team throughout pre-construction
Prepare cost plans, budgets, and tender documentation
Attend site visits, pre-tender meetings, and client presentations where required
Assess subcontractor returns and negotiate competitive rates
Work collaboratively with operational teams to ensure successful handover of projects post-award
Support procurement strategies and assist in developing key supply chain relationships
Ensure tenders are completed within deadlines and to a high standard of presentation and accuracy
Tickets / Qualifications
Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or similar (preferred)
Strong knowledge of construction methods, sequencing, and high-end finishes
Excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail
Strong communication and organisational skills
Competent with estimating software and digital take-off tools
Experience Required
Proven experience as an Estimator or Senior Estimator within the high-end residential sector
MUST have experience pricing one-off homes, luxury residential developments, or private client projects
Strong background in refurbishment, restoration, or listed buildings highly desirable
Experience pricing projects from pre-construction through to contract award
Experience working for a main contractor or high-end residential specialist
Track record of delivering competitive tenders on bespoke, design-led projects
Comfortable working in client-facing environments with high expectations and attention to detail
Experience working alongside architects and design teams on complex residential schemes
Salary is negotiable
If you are interested or know someone who could be a good fit, get in touch or send your CV across for a confidential conversation