Estimator

A.D.S Construction Personnel Ltd; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Hertfordshire is seeking an experienced Estimator to manage projects up to £5m. You will prepare cost plans and collaborate closely with teams across various sectors. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in estimating, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in relevant software. This role offers a competitive salary package and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Training

Career progression

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar estimator role.
• Experience in education, commercial, industrial, healthcare, and residential sectors.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse cost plans, budgets, and estimates for projects.
• Collaborate with clients, designers, and subcontractors to develop tenders.
• Support project teams with cost reporting and change control.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in cost estimating software

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Estimator - Stevenage

A privately owned main contractor in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is seeking an Estimator to join their team. With a stable and loyal workforce, this financially secure company is expanding, offering the opportunity to work on a variety of schemes and play a significant role in the business.

Key Details

• Position: Estimator
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in a similar role
• Projects: Commercial schemes up to £5m
• Benefits: Salary £40-60,000 + package, 25 days holiday, training, and career progression

The Role

As an Estimator, you will be working on a range of projects, including education, commercial, industrial, healthcare, and residential. With a focus on commercial schemes, you will work closely with an experienced commercial team, and will enjoy working closely to the construction process in an informal and friendly environment. This contractor has solid client relationships and a strong track record of repeat business and a secured order book for the current and upcoming year.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse cost plans, budgets, and estimates for projects up to £5m in value
• Collaborate with clients, designers, and subcontractors to develop robust tenders
• Identify risks and opportunities, and provide value engineering where appropriate
• Assist in bid tendering, procurement strategy, and post-tender negotiations
• Support project teams with cost reporting and change control throughout construction

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar estimator role
• Experience with education, commercial, industrial, healthcare, and residential sectors
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
• Proficiency in cost estimating software and Microsoft Office

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