Assistant Estimator

ZipRecruiter; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

Job Description

Roofing Surveyor – Roofing company, Milton Keynes.

• Salary Neg.
• Mobile phone.
• Profit related bonus (qualify for profit after 1 year of service).
• Structured training plan and clear path to progression.
• Company van and fuel card after 6 months.
• Staff incentives.
• Training courses: Working At Heights, Asbestos Awareness, Safeguarding.
• Joining a team of 8. Training delivered and overseen by the Head Of Estimating, who has worked his way up from a Trainee Surveyor.
• Good social side to the job.
• New open plan modern offices with a gym downstairs.
• Annual salary reviews.
• Good structure/enjoyable working environment.

We have an opportunity for a Roofing Surveyor to join a fast-growing roofing company that designs and installs high-quality roofing systems throughout the UK.

The Company: This is a professional and growing company that has already seen great success since its beginning in 2018. Working predominantly in the public sector, they work hard to understand the needs of their clients, ensuring that they can provide them with a unique roofing package that is suitable for the project in hand. They believe that every member of the team plays a role in the success and growth of their company.

The Role – Roofing Surveyor: As a Roofing Surveyor, you will review roofing tender packages, survey both pitched and flat roof areas, liaise with sub-contractors, and put together comprehensive bids. You will be office and site-based - must be happy to travel.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Review Tender Packages: When receiving a new tender, you will need to be able to review the package and understand the project requirements which include but are not limited to: understanding the specification for the roofing works and getting the best prices for materials, access facilities, and subcontractor works which may be required.
• Site Survey: You will attend a site and conduct full measured surveys so you can ascertain the nature of the roofing works required. Their sites will range from domestic properties for private clients to large office buildings for local authorities.
• Preparing the Bid: You will be required to complete take-offs and put together comprehensive estimates for the roofing and associated works.

Applicant Requirements:

• We welcome applications from experienced Roofing Surveyors as well as construction personnel looking to move into the role.
• You will have some experience of working in the construction industry.
• Current and valid UK Driving License.
• GCSE in Mathematics grade C (4/5) or above is essential.
• Good IT skills.
• Good work ethic.
• Confident communicator.