Job Description

Shanly Homes - the privately-owned, award-winning regional housebuilder - is looking for an Estimator to be part of a successful team developing bespoke, high-end properties in and around Surrey, Berkshire and Buckinghamshire working out of our Beaconsfield office.

About the Estimator role

Prepare financial feasibility budgets to support the land appraisal process. Assist the land team with accurate and up-to-date information during appraisals. Develop comprehensive budgets for use in cost/value monitoring by the construction team. Take off quantities from drawings, specifications and other project documentation to prepare budgets. Provide input on technical and design elements at pre-contract stages to ensure economical design and construction methods are used. Support the sales team with cost advice and support the surveyors with cost estimates for variations. Prepare and issue cost and value reconciliations, forecasting and budgets within agreed values. Keep abreast of and apply relevant codes of practice, including building regulations, HSE guidelines and warranty provider requirements.

About you

Proven experience as an Estimator, ideally with a residential house builder Confident in reviewing, understanding and taking off quantities from drawings Skilled at preparing budgets and providing sound advice regarding costs Good all round construction knowledge Proactive approach to keeping up to date with market rates for trades and materials. Proficient in the use of Excel and digital measuring software (ideally Bluebeam). Highly numerate with excellent attention to detail. Strong communication skills and a key team member.

What we offer in return

Friendly, supportive team and a welcoming culture. Impressive, modern office space providing an enjoyable space to work from. Located in beautiful Beaconsfield Old Town, close to many cafes, restaurants and shops. Easy to commute to with great road connections being just off the M40 and within a 10 minutes' walk to Beaconsfield train station. A privately-owned business with all the benefits of a financially strong company that has stood the test of time. Competitive salary and car allowance. Discretionary annual and long-term bonus schemes (up to 15% of annual salary). Annual leave starting at 25 days to a max of 30 days. Free life assurance and private medical insurance. Enhanced pension scheme via salary exchange. Many wellbeing benefits - free weekly fitness sessions, on demand GP service, gym discounts and access to an Employee Assistance Programme. Discount scheme with savings across a range of sectors. * Social events throughout the year.