Estimator

A.D.S Construction Personnel Ltd; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction recruitment agency in Milton Keynes is seeking an Estimator to join their estimating and preconstruction team. The role involves conducting site surveys, estimating costs, and collaborating with engineers and architects on refurbishment projects. Ideal candidates should have experience in multi-trade estimating and a keen attention to detail. The position offers a competitive salary and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Attractive benefits package

Qualifications

• Familiarity with multi-trade estimating is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and technical specifications.
• Good IT ability with the ability to embrace relevant software and systems.
• Diligence and reliability essential.
• Detail-oriented mindset with the ability to multitask.
• Working hours are 8-5.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site surveys and scoping.
• Estimate costs and conduct cost analysis.
• Collaborate with engineers and architects.
• Manage subcontract enquiries.
• Ensure timely turnaround of quotations.

Skills

Multi-trade estimating

Reading architectural drawings

Good IT ability

Diligence and reliability

Proactive approach

Detail-oriented

Competitive mindset

Job description

£40-55,000 + attractive benefits package

A thriving multi-disciplinary contractor in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, is looking for an Estimator to join their team to work on refurbishment and fit-out construction schemes. The company prides itself on being people-oriented and will offer you a supportive, flexible, and informal working environment. Their collaborative and positive culture nurtures long-term relationships. Our client is successful across a range of sectors, including commercial and industrial refurbishment.

Role: Estimator

You will be joining the successful estimating and preconstruction team, working on fast-paced refurbishment /fit-out, general contracting schemes such as refits to office and industrial buildings. They go up to £4m in value. You will be the point of contact for various customers across the business, and will be receiving enquiries, producing the estimate and ensuring quality assurance from the outset. You will be working for a supportive and invested management team.

Responsibilities

• Site Survey and Scoping, including scope price build-up
• Estimating and conducting cost analysis
• Collaborating with engineers, architects and contractors to discuss and resolve issues
• Assessing cost effectiveness and identifying potential financial risks
• PQQ/ITT/ITN Support and Submissions
• Subcontract enquiry management
• Adjusting estimates and recommendations based on changes and updates to projects
• Maintaining records of estimated costs
• Liaising and responding to multiple customer needs within the department
• Organising and arranging the delivery of tasks collaboratively with team members
• Management and production of pre-construction deliverables
• Enforcing quality and efficient delivery throughout the whole department
• Aligning with the business's Core Values and ensuring they are being adhered to
• Sharing best practices within the department
• Liaising with the management team to ensure reporting systems are up to date
• Ensuring timely turnaround of quotations and delivery that meets customer expectations and SLAs
• Assisting in the growth of the department with an innovative and creative approach to new opportunities

Qualifications

• Familiarity with multi-trade estimating is preferred
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and technical specifications
• Good IT ability with the ability to embrace relevant software and systems
• Able to initiate dialogue with a wide range of personnel to obtain information and close issues
• Diligence and reliability
• Proactive in approach to work
• Detail-oriented mindset with the ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines
• Competitive and target-driven
• Working hours 8-5

Next steps

Apply to this role through this advert. If you would like further information, please get in touch with Sally Whittingham by phone or email.

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