Senior Estimator
Core
Own the estimating function for high-end custom residential projects from feasibility to contract award.
Role type
Senior Estimator (Residential Construction)
Builds
Quantity take-offs, cost estimates, tender submissions, feasibility studies, and cost plans for bespoke homes.
Domain
Residential Construction / Luxury Home Building
Required skills
Quantity take-offs, tender management, subcontractor/supplier negotiation, cost estimation, risk identification, budgeting, mentoring
Preferred skills
Experience with incomplete documentation, commercial acumen, process improvement
Technologies
Estimating systems, pricing databases, rate libraries
Responsibilities
Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates; manage tender submissions; review plans and identify buildability issues; negotiate subcontractor and supplier pricing; produce feasibility studies and cost plans; present commercial recommendations; maintain estimating systems; mentor junior staff.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC