Join a thriving social housing contractor where your estimating expertise will directly impact the quality of homes for communities across South East London.
Estimator - Social Housing Repairs
Location: South East London
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000
We are currently working with a well-established and growing contractor within the social housing sector who is looking to appoint an experienced Estimator to join their team in South East London. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially aware professional to play a key role in delivering high-quality repairs and maintenance services across a busy portfolio.
The Role:
As an Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for reactive repairs, planned maintenance, and minor works within social housing. You will collaborate closely with operations, commercial, and client teams to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and within budget.
Key Responsibilities:
- Preparing detailed cost estimates for repairs and maintenance works
- Reviewing specifications, drawings, and schedules of rates
- Liaising with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing
- Supporting bid submissions and pricing frameworks
- Monitoring costs and identifying value engineering opportunities
- Working closely with contract managers to ensure financial control across projects
Requirements:
- Proven experience as an Estimator within social housing, repairs, or maintenance
- Strong understanding of Schedule of Rates (SoR), particularly NHF
- Commercially astute with excellent numerical and analytical skills
- Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines simultaneously
- Proficient in estimating software and Microsoft Excel
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
What's on Offer:
- Competitive salary of £50,000 - £60,000
- Permanent, stable position with a reputable contractor
- Opportunity to work on long-term social housing frameworks
- Career progression within a growing business
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
If you are an experienced Estimator looking to take the next step in your career within the social housing sector, we would be keen to hear from you.
What happens after I apply?
You’ll be contacted by one of our experienced consultants, who will take time to understand your skills, experience, and what you want next. They’ll then match you to suitable roles and guide you through every stage of the process.
Will I be paid on time?
Yes. Daniel Owen has built its reputation on reliability and you’ll always be paid correctly and on time for the hours you’ve worked. We have a full UK staffed operations team to handle queries and ensure you can connect to real people when you need to.
What support do workers receive once placed?
You’ll have a dedicated consultant for any questions or issues, a fully staffed operations team, plus access to our Daniel Owen All Stars rewards scheme, Worker of the Year Awards, Worker of the Month accolades and strong aftercare support.
