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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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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✔ 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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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

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

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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:”

Budget: GBP 6/hour

Proposals: 10 freelancers have applied