Estimator - Construction (Commercial/Industrial)

JR United Kingdom; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Building Estimator to join its team. You will analyze tender documentation, produce accurate BOQs, and attend pre- and post-tender meetings. The role requires at least 3 years of experience and excellent communication skills, with a competitive salary and a range of benefits offered.

Benefits

Car allowance scheme

Pension scheme with 8% contributions

Life Assurance

23 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible/hybrid working arrangements

Employee Assistance Programme

Personal development and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience as an estimator.
• Experience in commercial/industrial projects.
• Strong analytical and reasoning abilities.

Responsibilities

• Analyze tender documentation and capture client requirements.
• Produce an accurate BOQ for pricing purposes.
• Carry out site visits and assimilate information for tender pricing.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Location: Hythe

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Walker Construction is a multi-disciplined construction company operating throughout Southeast England. Founded in 1964 by three Walker brothers, Walker Construction is a family business at its core. As an experienced Building & Civil Engineering Company working with private and public clients, we have evolved into a multi-disciplinary construction business with three core divisions: Construction, Rail & Civils.

We are passionate about creating the right environment to maximize return on investment by developing our teams' skills. Our success is attributed to our people, and we focus on providing the right skills for the job.

We have an opportunity for a Building Estimator to join our team based out of Lympne, Kent.

The role:

• Analyze tender documentation and capture client requirements.
• Produce an accurate BOQ for pricing purposes reflecting client requirements, based on knowledge of CESSM 3, Highways Method of Measurement, or SMM7.
• Possess clear knowledge of costing traditional and design and build contracts.
• Prepare material and sub-contractor enquiry documents.
• Carry out site visits, assimilate information, and consider it in tender pricing.
• Assess individual rates and prices, create new or insert from sub-contract and material quotes.
• Produce accurate and competitive commercial submissions for internal review and approval.
• Have working knowledge of NEC3 and JCT Conditions of Contract, current HSQE legislation, and construction techniques.
• Attend pre and post tender meetings.
• Understand building material components and plant requirements.

You will have:

• Minimum 3 years experience as an estimator.
• Experience in commercial/industrial projects.
• Good negotiation, influencing, and communication skills; well-spoken and personable.
• Strong analytical and reasoning abilities.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Highly numerate with the ability to manipulate numerical information accurately.
• Confident and resourceful.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently or in a team.
• Drive for collaboration to ensure the best submission.

In return, we offer:

• Competitive salary dependent on experience.
• Car allowance scheme.
• Pension scheme with 8% contributions (AVC option available).
• Life Assurance.
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with holiday purchase options.
• Flexible/hybrid working arrangements.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Personal development and training opportunities.

Working with Walker Construction provides a platform to develop your career, explore your capabilities, and turn ambition into reality. If you're ready to join our team and potentially become a future leader, we will support you every step of the way.

Walker Construction is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating a discrimination-free working environment. We recruit from the widest pool of qualified candidates.

If this role appeals to you, we look forward to receiving your application.

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