Architect / Construction Estimator (UK Residential Projects)

We are RCB Design & Build – a London-based A2Z Principal Contractor delivering extensions, loft conversions, full refurbishments, kitchens and bathrooms.

We are looking for a long-term Architect / Estimator hybrid to support our internal team (Estimator, Operations, Director).

This is NOT a basic takeoff role.
We are looking for someone who understands the full construction and client process.

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ROLE OVERVIEW
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You will be involved in:

– Reviewing architectural & structural drawings
– Creating clear Scope of Works (pre-estimate stage)
– Producing detailed estimates using UK construction logic
– Identifying missing information, risks, and overlaps
– Supporting client qualification (early-stage filtering)
– Structuring and presenting estimates professionally

You are part of the decision process, not just execution.

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REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
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✔ UK residential construction experience (essential)
✔ Strong knowledge of:
– Extensions
– Loft conversions
– Refurbishments

✔ Ability to read and interpret:
– Architectural drawings
– Structural drawings
– Tender documents

✔ Understanding of:
– Scope building before pricing
– Provisional sums
– Avoiding duplication in estimates
– Realistic construction sequencing

✔ Strong written English (client-facing level)

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WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
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We are NOT looking for someone who only does takeoffs.

We ARE looking for someone who can think like a contractor:

→ Identify what’s missing before pricing
→ Challenge unclear drawings
→ Understand what will affect cost on site
→ Structure estimates that actually convert

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APPLICATION REQUIREMENT (MANDATORY)
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To be considered, include:

1. A short example of a similar project
2. Key risks / missing information you identified
3. Sample structure of a scope or estimate
4. How you would explain your estimate to a client

Applications without this will not be reviewed.

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WORKING STYLE
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– Fast turnaround (same / next day where needed)
– Ongoing collaboration with our team
– Long-term opportunity for the right candidate

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FINAL NOTE
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We are building a structured, high-level system.

If you are looking for one-off freelance tasks, this is not the right role.

Start your proposal with:
“I read everything. Here is my analysis:”