Land Estimator in Birmingham

Job description

Land Estimator – Leading Developer

Role: Land Estimator

Location: West Midlands

Company: UK Leading Developer

Salary & Package: £65,000 - £75,000 + package (will pay more for exceptional candidates)

Land Estimator Opportunity

My client is an award-winning Developer specialising in Regeneration and Affordable Housing Projects across the UK. Due to significant growth in upcoming land-led housing developments, the company is now looking for a Land Estimator to join their Midlands Team. Reporting to the Estimating Manager, the Land Estimator will support the pre-construction and land acquisition teams by producing detailed and accurate cost plans and estimates for new build residential schemes across the Midlands.

As a Land Estimator, you will take responsibility for:

• Preparing robust cost estimates for land-led housing developments.
• Producing detailed assessments of drawings and specifications to support accurate cost planning.
• Coordinating subcontractor enquiries and analysing quotations for inclusion in tenders.
• Working closely with land and planning teams to assess site constraints and commercial viability.
• Presenting tenders and cost appraisals to senior management during bid settlement meetings.
• Supporting multiple bid opportunities at once, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.

Land Estimator Requirements:

• Proven experience in estimating within the construction /residential / Main Contracting / new build sector.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, groundworks, and technical drawings.
• Ability to interpret site investigation data and apply value engineering principles.
• Experience in preparing land bids and understanding development viability.
• Proficient in estimating software and Microsoft Excel-based cost planning tools.
• Strong commercial awareness and communication skills across multi-disciplinary teams.

Other Desirable Skills Include:

• Working in an Estimating role within the Residential / Housebuilding sector would be highly advantageous

What is on Offer?

On offer is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established regional housebuilder and regeneration specialist who invest heavily in their staff. You will benefit from a salary of £65,000-£75,000 DOE, with further career progression opportunities. Other benefits include company car or car allowance, generous bonus scheme, private medical and life insurance, pension contribution, flexibility (2 days WFM), and more.

To Apply

If you would like more information on the Senior Estimator role or any other commercial roles, please apply direct or get in touch with our Fawkes and Reece Birmingham office and speak to Kelly Green on 01827211022.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Birmingham

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

25-10-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English