Housing Estimator: Value Engineering & Tender Lead

C & P Recruitment; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned recruitment firm in Scotland is seeking a candidate to manage cost libraries and prepare land viabilities. This role requires a proven surveying and estimating background within the housebuilding industry, as well as strong technical skills in engineering designs. Benefits include a company car, generous pension contributions, and 32 days of holiday, promoting a great work-life balance. This is an opportunity to join a team focused on high standards and professional development.

Benefits

Company car

Generous contributory pension

32 days holiday

Early Friday finishes

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven surveying/estimating background within the housebuilding industry.
• Highly organized and solutions-focused.
• Able to negotiate effectively with subcontractors and clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage cost libraries and prepare land viabilities.
• Oversee abnormal cost assessments and lead tender analysis.
• Drive value engineering and ensure budget handovers to commercial team.

Skills

Surveying background

Estimating background

Strong understanding of engineering designs

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

RICS, Surveying Degree, or HNC/HND

Tools

Bluebeam

Housebuild system knowledge

Job description

A renowned recruitment firm in Scotland is seeking a candidate to manage cost libraries and prepare land viabilities. This role requires a proven surveying and estimating background within the housebuilding industry, as well as strong technical skills in engineering designs. Benefits include a company car, generous pension contributions, and 32 days of holiday, promoting a great work-life balance. This is an opportunity to join a team focused on high standards and professional development.