Estimator / Surveyor

PGL Brickwork & Scaffolding Contractors Ltds; Maresfield; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical

Health Insurance

Business Mileage

31 days Annual Leave

37.5h Working week

Job summary

PGL Brickwork & Scaffolding Contractors Ltds is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor/Estimator based in the United Kingdom. You will review plans, prepare cost estimates, and support projects with accurate labour, material and subcontractor costs.

The role requires strong analytical skills, brickwork/ blockwork knowledge and at least 5 years’ experience. You will work with the team to ensure timely, cost-effective project completion.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and mathematical capabilities to calculate costs and quantities.
• Excellent attention to detail to ensure accuracy in cost estimation.
• Proficient in using estimating software and tools.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with team members, clients and subcontractors.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications and drawings.
• Knowledge of construction materials, methods and industry standards.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Review project plans, specifications, and drawings to determine the scope of work and materials required for brickwork projects.
• Collaborate with main contractors to gather necessary information for accurate cost estimation.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates and proposals for projects, including labour, materials, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Analyse project specifications and requirements to identify potential risks and opportunities.
• Conduct site visits to assess project conditions and gather additional information for accurate cost estimation.
• Coordinate with client and other team members to ensure accurate and timely completion of cost estimates.
• Maintain a database of historical cost data to support future estimating efforts.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, construction methods, and material costs to ensure accurate cost estimation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Mathematical skills

Attention to detail

Read drawings

Communication

Cost estimation

Brickwork knowledge

Time management

Independence

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Based in a commercial office and reporting directly to the Business Manager you will be required to perform a variety of surveying functions within a small team.

The Role & Responsibilities: Duties

• Review project plans, specifications, and drawings to determine the scope of work and materials required for brickwork projects.
• Collaborate with main contractors to gather necessary information for accurate cost estimation.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates and proposals for projects, including labour, materials, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Analyse project specifications and requirements to identify potential risks and opportunities.
• Conduct site visits to assess project conditions and gather additional information for accurate cost estimation.
• Coordinate with client and other team members to ensure accurate and timely completion of cost estimates.
• Maintain a database of historical cost data to support future estimating efforts.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, construction methods, and material costs to ensure accurate cost estimation.

Skills

• Strong analytical and mathematical skills to accurately calculate costs and quantities.
• Excellent attention to detail to ensure accuracy in cost estimation.
• Proficient in using estimating software and tools.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with team members, clients and subcontractors.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and drawings.
• Knowledge of construction materials, methods, and industry standards.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience as a quantity surveyor/estimator.
• Knowledge of brickwork and blockwork is essential.

Benefits

• Private Medical
• Health Insurance
• Business Mileage
• 31 days Annual Leave
• 37.5h Working week, 8.30am - 4.30pm