Senior Estimator (Residential / Social Housing)

Job title: Senior Estimator (Residential / Social Housing) Location: Accrington, Lancashire Salary: Competitive + car allowance + benefits Job type: Permanent, Full-time Start date: November 2026 Short description: Permanent Senior Estimator for a residential and social housing contractor in Accrington. Conquest experience is essential. The package includes a car allowance, 26 days holiday plus bank holidays and a 5% employer pension. Job description: Are you a Senior Estimator with a background in social housing and a track record of winning tenders? Motion Group is working with a well-established main contractor in Accrington, Lancashire. They deliver new-build houses and apartments for housing associations and local authorities, mainly through frameworks, competitive tender and direct award. They’re looking for an experienced Senior Estimator to join their estimating team permanently and take the lead on tenders. Key responsibilities * Carry out your own take-offs and produce bills of quantities * Prepare and issue trade packages for enquiry * Carry out detailed analysis and comparison of subcontractor and supplier quotes * Produce cost reports for tender adjudication, highlighting risks and opportunities * Manage tenders from enquiry through to submission About you * Proven senior-level estimating experience in residential or social housing * Experience leading tenders for housing as...