Estimator

ionic Recruitment; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

ionic Recruitment in Barnsley is seeking an experienced Drylining & Plastering Estimator for a permanent, full-time role with an immediate start. You will manage projects from initial enquiry through pricing and variations, ensuring accurate and competitive estimates.

The successful candidate will interpret drawings and specifications, perform quantity take-offs, price labour and materials, and liaise with suppliers.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Estimator in drylining or plastering.
• Ability to read drawings and specifications.
• Strong numerical and commercial skills.
• Experience with variations, re-measurements and tenders.
• Excellent attention to detail and deadline-driven.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate estimates and quotations for drylining and plastering projects.
• Review drawings, specs and project information.
• Take-offs for labour, materials and subcontractors.
• Submit tenders and quotations.
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors for costs.
• Support commercial team with pricing data.
• Maintain records of estimates and submissions.
• Work with project managers and clients.
• Identify risks and opportunities in tenders.
• Manage pricing through to completion where required.

Skills

Numerical skills

Commercial acumen

Attention to detail

Communication & negotiation

IT & estimating software

Tools

Estimating software

Spreadsheet software (Excel)

Job description

Location: Barnsley

Position: Permanent, Full-Time

Start Date: Immediate

Sector: Drylining & Plastering

We are looking for an experienced Estimator, on a permanent basis in Barnsley. This is an immediate-start opportunity for someone with a strong background in drylining and plastering estimating who can manage projects from initial enquiry through to pricing and variations.

The successful candidate will have a good understanding of drylining and plastering works and be confident producing accurate and competitive estimates.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing accurate estimates and quotations for drylining and plastering projects
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and project information
• Taking off quantities and pricing labour, materials and subcontractor costs
• Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive costs
• Preparing and submitting tenders and quotations
• Dealing with general variations and additional works
• Reviewing changes to scope and assessing the associated costs
• Supporting the commercial team with pricing and cost information
• Maintaining accurate records of estimates and tender submissions
• Working closely with project managers, site teams and clients
• Identifying potential risks, omissions and opportunities within tenders
• Following projects through from initial pricing to completion where required

Requirements

• Previous experience as an Estimator within drylining and/or plastering
• Strong understanding of drylining and plastering methods, materials and labour requirements
• Experience with variations, additional works and re-measurementsAbility to read and understand construction drawings and specifications
• Strong numerical and commercial skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work to deadlines and manage multiple tenders
• Good IT skills and experience using estimating/spreadsheet software

The Role

This is a permanent position with an immediate start, based in Barnsley. The role would suit an experienced Drylining & Plastering Estimator looking for a long-term opportunity with a growing business