Estimator

Red Recruitment 247; Driffield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a professional in Driffield for an estimating role involving accuracy in calculations and client liaising. The ideal candidate should possess a Construction degree, possess excellent numeracy skills, and have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar construction field. Strong capabilities in Microsoft Office and estimating software are also essential. This role offers the opportunity to manage multiple projects while ensuring high-quality standards.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND or Degree Level in Construction preferred.
• Highly numerate with strong understanding of current construction rates.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Accurate calculation of quantities and prices.
• Direct liaison with clients and suppliers.
• Preparation of Detailed Contractors Proposals.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Excellent numeracy

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

HNC/HND or Degree Level in Construction

Tools

Microsoft Office

Estimating Software Packages

Job description

Principle accountabilities

• Accurate calculation of quantities and prices where required
• Direct liaison with both clients, sub-contractors and suppliers
• Preparation of Detailed Contractors Proposals in accordance with internal designs, client information and employers' requirements
• Work closely and alongside the pre-construction team to develop logistics proposals
• Ability to work to tight deadlines including managing multiple projects at any one time
• Be commercially astute and recognise limitations of the scope to ensure qualifications are aligned, risk management of projects are suitably costs and or qualified
• Close interface with sales team personnel to ensure clients expectations are met
• Create enquiry packages including detailed scope of works and attendances to meet the clients brief, issue and engage with supply chain and manage the prompt return of information.
• Prepare tender evaluation schedules of subcontract tender returns, to table at settlement meetings to ensure team fully understand risk and opportunity of packages
• Able to read and understand construction drawings, schedules, room data sheets, NBS documents and carry out detailed measurement and take off from tender information
• Understand and apply mark-up / margin
• Prepare tender return documentation including CSA, prelims breakdowns, margin analysis and VE schedules
• Assist to develop and evolve supply chain to serve the different market sectors
• Maintain accurate records and electronic data
• Have excellent organisational and time management skills. Be able to manage multiple projects concurrently and meet deadlines without compromising the accuracy or quality of the estimate.
• A knowledge of modular construction would be useful but is not essential as training will be provided.

Experience, Qualifications & Training

• HNC/HND or Degree Level in Construction preferred
• Highly numerate with a good understanding of current construction rates
• A strong capability in the use of Microsoft Office suite of applications which includes Word, Excel and Estimating Software Packages
• Having knowledge of the key terms of JCT D&B and NEC3 forms or contract would be advantageous.
• The successful candidate would preferably have a minimum 5 years' experience in an equal / similar role from within a Design and Build, Main Contracting/ Modular background.
• Ability to work on projects from early stages through from PCSA to full contract award working closely with both internal and external team members, clients and clients' representatives