Estimator

Edwards & Pearce Limited; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A successful construction consultancy in Lincoln is seeking an experienced Estimator to deliver competitive tendering for projects up to £10m. Ideal candidates will have extensive knowledge of refurbishment and new build processes, as well as proficiency in Microsoft tools and estimating software. The role offers 31 days annual leave, a company car option, and various other benefits in a full-time position.

Benefits

31 days annual leave plus additional long service days

Company car or car allowance

Profit Related Pay scheme

Royal London Pension scheme

Save as You Earn share saving scheme

Life cover of 3x salary

Various health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a building background with extensive knowledge of refurbishment and new build construction.
• Must possess understanding of CDM 2015 health and safety requirements.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Word, Project, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Traditional and Design & Build tenders.
• Prepare budgets, estimates and cost plans.
• Conduct internal tender adjudications and external client presentations.

Skills

Building background

Knowledge of refurbishment and new build construction

Understanding of CDM 2015 Health and Safety requirements

Proficient with Microsoft Word, Project, Excel

Experience with estimating software packages

High attention to detail

Innovative problem-solving abilities

Education

Higher Education qualification (HNC, Diploma, Degree) in a construction-related subject

Job description

Our client is a highly successful family run construction business which has been operating for a number of years.

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They specialise in construction projects in the Lincoln and extended East Midlands region, as well as planned and reactive minor works and maintenance jobs.

They have a variety of clients in a range of sectors, including affordable housing, food, retail, education, commercial, industrial and health.

THE ROLE

They are currently seeking an experienced Estimator to join the BMS team, to deliver a competitive and accurate tendering function for projects up to £10m.

Based at the Head Office in Lincoln, this division undertakes a variety of new build and refurbishment projects in the region.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee Traditional and Design & Build tenders
• Appraise tender documents
• Prepare sub-contract and material enquiries
• Produce detailed and measured bills of quantities
• Manage risk and value
• Prepare budgets, estimates and cost plans
• Conduct internal tender adjudications and external client presentations

THE CANDIDATE

Candidates must have a building background with extensive knowledge of all aspects of refurbishment and new build construction across numerous sectors. Have a good understanding of current CDM 2015 Health and Safety requirements, modern methods of construction and contractual awareness. Proficient with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Project and Microsoft Excel. Experience using specialist estimating software packages. A Higher Education qualification (HNC, Diploma, Degree) in a construction-related subject would be an advantage but not essential.

Experience of procuring small and large subcontract packages.

To have experience of managing a range of contracts at any one time.

The successful candidate must have high attention to detail, provide an innovative and proactive approach to problem solving whilst being able to plan effectively to ensure deadlines are met.

The role is full time 0800-1700 Monday to Friday.

Salary will be commensurate with experience, skill level and qualifications.

THE BENEFITS

• 31 days annual leave including Bank Holidays, plus additional long service days after each 5 years of continuous service
• Company car or car allowance depending on preference
• Profit Related Pay (PRP) Scheme providing a profit share bonus in December each year, subject to being employed for the full financial year
• Royal London Pension scheme with employee contribution of 5% of pensionable earnings and corresponding employer contribution of 3%
• Save as You Earn (SAYE) share saving scheme providing the opportunity to become a shareholder and purchase tax free shares
• Life cover of 3x salary, contractual sick pay up to 6 weeks per year and long terms sickness cover (all subject to policy conditions)
• Various other benefits from free fruit, staff discounts and offers, free health checks and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for training, development and progression

THE CONSULTANCY

Edwards & Pearce acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

Equal Opportunities

Edwards & Pearce is an Equal Opportunities Employer.