Estimator

Waites Recruitment consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to support my clients growing workload across complex refurbishment, restoration and fire remediation projects in London and the South East. This is a senior commercial role within a technically demanding part of the business, working on occupied buildings, listed assets and Higher Risk Buildings under the Building Safety Regulator regime. Sector focus • Cladding and facade remediation • Refurbishment and heritage restoration • Fire remediation and Building Safety Act driven works The role You will take ownership of the full estimating process from early feasibility through to tender submission. Working closely with pre construction, commercial and delivery teams, you will develop robust, transparent and defensible pricing for complex scopes involving regulated buildings, multiple dutyholders and evolving design information. Key responsibilities • Preparation of detailed cost plans, tenders and risk allowances • Interpretation of fire strategies, facade scopes and remediation methodologies • Engagement with specialist supply chain partners • Commercial strategy, value engineering and risk management • Support to bid strategy, programme assumptions and delivery planning About you • Proven experience as a Senior Estimator within refurbishment, facades or fire remediation • Previous exposure to Building Safety Regulator processes and Higher Risk Buildings is preferred • Strong understanding of existing building pathology and compliance driven works • Confident operating with partial information and developing scope clarity • Commercially rigorous with sound professional judgement Training and development While prior BSR and HRB experience is advantageous, Pavehall will provide structured training, mentoring and ongoing professional development for the successful candidate. This includes exposure to Gateway processes, dutyholder coordination and emerging best practice under the Building Safety Act. Why MY CLIENT My Client operates at the intersection of technical complexity, heritage sensitivity and modern building safety. As a CIOB Chartered Building Company, we invest in our people and support long term professional growth alongside project delivery