Salary: £50000 - £60000 per annumType: Full TimeRegion: UK - LondonTown/City: South East London, LondonPosted: 21/05/2026Reference: ESTIMATOR_1779379208 APPLY Job Description 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 worksReviewing specifications, drawings, and schedules of ratesLiaising with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricingSupporting bid submissions and pricing frameworksMonitoring costs and identifying value engineering opportunitiesWorking closely with contract managers to ensure financial control across projects Requirements Proven experience as an Estimator within social housing, repairs, or maintenanceStrong understanding of Schedule of Rates (SoR), particularly NHFCommercially astute with excellent numerical and analytical skillsAbility to manage multiple tenders and deadlines simultaneouslyProficient in estimating software and Microsoft ExcelStrong communication and stakeholder management skills What's on Offer Competitive salary of £50,000 - £60,000Permanent, stable position with a reputable contractorOpportunity to work on long-term social housing frameworksCareer progression within a growing businessSupportive 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. Apply for this job Discover more Construction Industry Magazine Construction Social Media Construction Legal News Construction Media Pack Used Plant Equipment Construction Equipment Sales