Job Description
Senior Estimator & Project Liaison Location: Tunbridge Wells Salary: up to £50,000 Hours: 8am-4pm, 1 hour lunch, Monday to Thursday in the office, Friday work from home Access to a company vehicle that has a fuel card for site visits Our client, a reputable company specialising in high-quality development and maintenance services across commercial and residential sectors, is hiring for a Senior Estimator & Project Liaison. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a close-knit team that values collaboration, clear communication, and practical problem solving. What you will be doing: * Prepare accurate, competitive cost estimates and tender submissions for diverse projects. * Support business development by evaluating leads, developing proposals, and converting opportunities. * Navigate building regulations, planning portals, and permit processes; liaise with local authorities and regulatory bodies. * Act as the primary contact for project applications, queries, and inspections. * Lead project management activities including scope definition, scheduling, resource planning, and risk management. * Manage materials, supply chains, unit rates, and oversee budget control throughout project lifecycles. * Produce and monitor budgets, forecasts, and cost reports; escalate variances as needed. * Line-manage and mentor technicians, ensuring health, safety, and quality standards are met. * Support and supervise an administrator, delegating tasks and fostering their professional development. * Contribute to team decision-making and support colleagues' growth. * Maintain weekly updates on quotes and estimates, managing scope of works once jobs are approved, and overseeing deposit requests and work statuses. What you will bring: * Proven experience in estimating and cost management for commercial and residential projects. * Strong project management skills with a track record of delivering projects on time and within budget. * Deep knowledge of building materials, supply chains, and budget control. * Familiarity with building regulations, planning applications, and local authority procedures. * Experience liaising with councils and regulatory bodies. * People-management skills, including supervising technicians and administrative staff. * Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and commercial awareness. * Proficiency with estimating software and MS Office; experience with planning portals or construction management systems is a plus. * Full UK driving licence (if site visits are required). Preferred: * Formal qualifications in estimating, project management, or construction management (e.g., HNC/HND, NVQ, degree). * Experience in business development and preparing commercial proposals.
