Estimator (Modular Industry)

Ethos Foundation; Toome; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in modular construction seeks a skilled Estimator to prepare detailed bids and evaluations. This role emphasizes accuracy and market knowledge to secure innovative projects, offering opportunities for professional growth within the expanding modular building sector.

Benefits

BUPA Healthcare

Company pension: 5% employee / 3% employer contribution

Travel allowance for vehicle use

Annual performance bonus

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in modular construction is essential.
• Strong ability to prepare detailed bids and evaluations.
• Awareness of current market trends and pricing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth evaluations of project budgets, emphasizing modular methods.
• Produce detailed take-offs for tenders and contracts.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through innovative construction techniques.

Skills

Attention to detail

Market awareness

Cost analysis

Budget evaluation

Problem-solving

Job description

JOB TITLE: Estimator with the Modular Industry (UK-Based)

SUMMARY OF ROLE

We are seeking a skilled Estimator with experience in modular construction to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing and submitting comprehensive, timely bids that demonstrate the highest standards of detail and quality. Your expertise in the modular building sector will be key in positioning the company for success in securing and delivering innovative construction projects.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct in-depth evaluations of all aspects of project budgets, including labour, materials, plant, preliminaries, overheads, and potential contingencies, with a strong emphasis on modular building methods.
• Produce accurate and detailed take-offs for use by the tenders and contracts team.
• Stay abreast of market trends and pricing, particularly within the modular construction space, to maintain competitiveness and cost efficiency.
• Collate all cost data, specifications, and timeline requirements for bid submissions, ensuring that proposals are both competitive and profitable.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities, particularly through modular construction innovations, alternative techniques, or materials, without compromising quality.
• Assist in the preparation and delivery of tender adjudications and contribute to pre-start contract meetings.
• Attend site visits related to tenders, accurately recording all necessary information that could influence pricing or project planning.

Please note: This list is not exhaustive. You may be asked to undertake additional responsibilities to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of the role.

PACKAGE

• Location: Hybrid remote working. Site visits and travel to head office as required.
• Salary: £45,000.00 - £60,000.00, depending on experience.
• Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Friday, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm.
• Reporting to: Commercial Manager.
• Holidays: 28 days annual leave including bank holidays (flexible), plus 5 paid sick days.
• Benefits:
• BUPA Healthcare (details provided separately)
• Company pension: 5% employee / 3% employer contribution
• Travel allowance: Fuel reimbursement for personal vehicle use; hotel and flight costs covered when travel is required

• Additional Perks:
• Annual performance bonus (paid in April, performance-based)
• Career progression opportunities tied to performance and contribution

  JOB TITLE: Estimator with the Modular Industry (UK-Based)

  SUMMARY OF ROLE

  We are seeking a skilled Estimator with experience in modular construction to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing and submitting comprehensive, timely bids that demonstrate the highest standards of detail and quality. Your expertise in the modular building sector will be key in positioning the company for success in securing and delivering innovative construction projects.

  DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Conduct in-depth evaluations of all aspects of project budgets, including labour, materials, plant, preliminaries, overheads, and potential contingencies, with a strong emphasis on modular building methods.
  • Produce accurate and detailed take-offs for use by the tenders and contracts team.
  • Stay abreast of market trends and pricing, particularly within the modular construction space, to maintain competitiveness and cost efficiency.
  • Collate all cost data, specifications, and timeline requirements for bid submissions, ensuring that proposals are both competitive and profitable.
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities, particularly through modular construction innovations, alternative techniques, or materials, without compromising quality.
  • Assist in the preparation and delivery of tender adjudications and contribute to pre-start contract meetings.
  • Attend site visits related to tenders, accurately recording all necessary information that could influence pricing or project planning.

  Please note: This list is not exhaustive. You may be asked to undertake additional responsibilities to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of the role.

  PACKAGE

  • Location: Hybrid remote working. Site visits and travel to head office as required.
  • Salary: £45,000.00 - £60,000.00, depending on experience.
  • Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Friday, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm.
  • Reporting to: Commercial Manager.
  • Holidays: 28 days annual leave including bank holidays (flexible), plus 5 paid sick days.
  • Benefits:
  • BUPA Healthcare (details provided separately)
  • Company pension: 5% employee / 3% employer contribution
  • Travel allowance: Fuel reimbursement for personal vehicle use; hotel and flight costs covered when travel is required
• Additional Perks:
• Annual performance bonus (paid in April, performance-based)
• Career progression opportunities tied to performance and contribution