Senior Estimator

Senior Estimator When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. At Bellway we recognise that people are the key to our success, and we are committed to building an inclusive culture that values and respects difference combined with creating a safe and inclusive working environment for all colleagues. This means we are positive about making adjustments as well as providing flexible working and we would be happy to talk to you about how this could work for you. There is an exciting opportunity to join Bellway, one of the UKs largest house builders. Our Strategic Land team, located in Coventry are looking to recruit a Senior Estimator to join the team. The Role The Senior Estimator is responsible for managing the estimating function within Bellway Strategic Land, providing clear and accurate costing information for all strategic land sites. The role requires close collaboration with divisional commercial and technical teams, to ensure alignment, accuracy, and best practice. The Senior Estimator will review and validate divisional cost plans, feeding live market and project data back into Strategic Land processes to support informed decision-making Principal accountabilities of the role include: Prepare initial viabilities for all land bids Where full viabilities are required, they are to comply with the provisions set out within the Group Guidelines on Viabilities, Budgets and Valuations Assist Divisional Commercial Teams with the preparation of viabilities and cost plans for Strategic Land sites. Review and validate Divisional Costs Plans for Strategic Land Sites Where full viabilities are required, ensure they comply with the provisions set out within the Group Guidelines on Viabilities, Budgets and Valuations. Assist the Commercial Manager with the preparation of pre-budget costs for sites. Gain specialist quotations such as demolition / asbestos removal to remove the risk from land viabilities Maintain records of current and historic costings, ensuring that live data is accurately fed back into the process Prepare cost estimates for housing association sites, including preparation of contractors proposals and the administration and agreement of contract documentation Assist divisional commercial teams with the preparation of pre-budget costs for sites Assist with review of Site Budget and Analysis of Variance reports that are required for issue of site budgets in accordance with Group Guidelines on Viabilities, Budgets and Valuations Collate and submit statistical analysis as required Guide Divisional Commercial teams as required at the handover stage of the project Liaise with other departments as required Represent Bellway Homes professionally in both personal appearance and conduct Mentor, manage and motivate junior team members The above list of accountabilities is not exclusive or exhaustive. The post holder will be required to undertake any such duties as may be reasonably expected. Experience, Qualifications and Skills Experience Experience working as an Estimator / Senior Quantity Surveyor, Previous experience estimating proposed costs/costs to complete Good knowledge of cost control systems and valuation reporting Experience in managing Housing Association contracts Knowledge of building regulations and NHBC standards Qualifications and Training Qualified as a Quantity Surveyor with a related degree or HNC/HND in a built environment subject with relevant experience CSCS card or equivalent Current full driving licence. Skills and Aptitude Strong communication, listening, presentation and negotiating skills Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment Methodical, conscientious, organised and works to deliver high standards Ability to recognise problems and deal with them speedily and effectively Excellent attention to detail Ability to work independently as well as part of a team IT literate and the ability to adapt to new systems within the technical environment Ability to lead, manage and motivate team members as well as delegate effectively where necessary Committed to diversity and inclusion The Role and Working Conditions Office based role with regular travel to development sites and for meetings Willing to be flexible in respect of day-to-day duties and hours worked Core hours In return we can offer you: Competitive salary Competitive car allowance Optional salary sacrifice car scheme Competitive annual bonus Contributory pension scheme 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays Access to discounts and benefits portal ShareSave Scheme Cycle to Work Scheme Life assurance Holiday Purchase Scheme Earn and Learn Opportunities We reserve the right to close this vacancy if a large volume of applications are received. TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2026-01-08