Estimator - Construction (Commercial/Industrial)

JR United Kingdom; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in the UK is seeking a Building Estimator. The successful candidate will analyze tender documentation, produce accurate and competitive pricing, and require at least 3 years of experience in commercial projects. Competitive salary and flexible working options are offered.

Benefits

Car allowance scheme

Pension scheme with 8% contributions

Life Assurance

23 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible/hybrid working

Employee Assistance Programme

Personal development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3 years minimum experience as an estimator.
• Experience with commercial/industrial projects.
• Working knowledge of NEC3 and JCT Conditions of Contract.

Responsibilities

• Analyse tender documentation and produce BOQ for pricing.
• Prepare material and sub-contractor enquiry documents.
• Carry out site visits and assess individual rates.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Numerical Ability

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 ensuring we have the right environment to maximise return on investment by getting the best from our teams. We attribute our success to our people and providing the right skills to do their jobs.

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

The role:

• Analyse tender documentation and capture client’s requirements.
• Produce an accurate BOQ for pricing purposes reflecting client’s requirements, based on knowledge of CESSM 3, Highways Method of Measurement, or SMM7.
• Have 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 sign-off.
• Have working knowledge of NEC3 and JCT Conditions of Contract, current HSQE legislation, and construction techniques and methods.
• 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, able to work with diverse personalities.
• 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 as part of a team.
• Actively promote a collaborative approach 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 the option to buy additional holiday).
• Flexible/hybrid working (role-dependent).
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Personal development opportunities with extended training.

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 possibly become one of our future leaders, we’ll support you every step of the way.

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

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

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