Estimator

Barker Ross Group; Dronfield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days annual leave

Company car or vehicle allowance

Company mobile phone

Contract award bonus scheme

Pension scheme

One day working from home per week

Job summary

Barker Ross Group in Dronfield is recruiting an experienced Estimator to join a well-established construction contractor. The role involves taking ownership of tenders, reviewing drawings and documents, and preparing cost estimates for refurbishment, commercial builds and Design & Build projects.

Based in the Derbyshire area with opportunities around Sheffield, you will work with project managers, site and design teams to maximise profitability while adhering to deadlines.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Estimator role within construction industry.
• Experience with refurbishment, commercial new build and Design & Build projects.
• Strong understanding of construction methods and site requirements.
• Experience reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documents.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Good negotiation and communication abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage deadlines and multiple tenders.
• Knowledge of framework agreements would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Managing tenders from initial enquiry through to final submission.
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Preparing accurate cost estimates and bills of quantities.
• Obtaining and comparing subcontractor, labour, plant and material quotations.
• Negotiating with suppliers and subcontractors to secure competitive pricing.
• Producing detailed and consistent cost breakdowns.
• Attending site visits and meetings where required.
• Working closely with project managers, site teams, design teams and procurement.
• Supporting improvements to estimating processes and cost control.
• Assisting with commercial decisions to help maximise project profitability.

Skills

Numerical analysis

Communication

Negotiation

Excel

Attention to detail

Time management

Tools

Causeway

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Estimator

Location: Dronfield, S18
Salary: £50,000 - £70,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Barker Ross are recruiting for an experienced Estimator to join a well-established construction contractor based in Dronfield.

The business has a strong track record of delivering medium to large-scale construction projects across the commercial and healthcare sectors, including refurbishments, new build schemes and Design & Build projects.

This is a permanent opportunity for an Estimator looking to join a busy and established team, with the chance to take ownership of tenders and play a key part in the continued growth of the business.

The Role

• Managing tenders from initial enquiry through to final submission
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation
• Preparing accurate cost estimates and bills of quantities
• Obtaining and comparing subcontractor, labour, plant and material quotations
• Negotiating with suppliers and subcontractors to secure competitive pricing
• Producing detailed and consistent cost breakdowns
• Attending site visits and meetings where required
• Working closely with project managers, site teams, design teams and procurement
• Supporting improvements to estimating processes and cost control
• Assisting with commercial decisions to help maximise project profitability

Projects are predominantly located around Sheffield and the surrounding areas, including Rotherham, Chesterfield, Mansfield, Newark and Nottingham.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working as an Estimator within the construction industry
• Experience with refurbishment, commercial new build and Design & Build projects
• A strong understanding of construction methods and site requirements
• Experience reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documents
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Good negotiation and communication abilities
• Excellent attention to detail
• The ability to manage deadlines and multiple tenders
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Experience using Causeway would be advantageous, although not essential
• Knowledge of framework agreements would also be beneficial
• A full UK driving licence

Package

• Salary of £50,000 - £70,000 per annum, dependent on experience
• Permanent, full-time position
• 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company car or vehicle allowance
• Company mobile phone
• Contract award bonus scheme, dependent on salary
• Pension scheme
• One day working from home per week, subject to agreement

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established construction business offering long-term stability, varied projects and the opportunity to develop within the company.

Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business