Intermediate Estimator

My Build Estimate Ltd; Northampton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

My Build Estimate Ltd. in Northampton is seeking an Intermediate Estimator to join their growing team. The role focuses on taking off and pricing residential projects, using SMM7/NRM3 methods and JCT contracts, with emphasis on Excel and estimating software proficiency.

The successful candidate will work in a small, local consultancy environment, with opportunities for career progression and close collaboration across the supply chain to support tenders from enquiry to award.

Qualifications

• Experience in taking off and pricing residential projects.
• Familiar with SMM7, NRM3 and major forms of measurement methods.
• JCT contracts knowledge and conversant with major contract forms.
• Proficient with Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Experience using other estimating software.

Responsibilities

• Set up Estimating Files upon enquiry receipt (electronic and paper).
• Complete and maintain archives.
• Interface with suppliers/subcontractors on tenders from enquiry to award.
• Chase supplier, sub-contractor and manufacturer quotations.
• Complete estimating tasks as required.
• Answer incoming calls and route messages as appropriate.
• Undertake general support and administration duties.
• Provide support to colleagues and accounts team during peak periods.

Skills

Residential estimating

SMM7/NRM3 knowledge

JCT contracts

Communication

Attention to detail

Team player

Negotiation

Education

Estimating qualifications

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Estimating software

Job description

We are one of the UK’s leading quantity surveying and estimating firms and are looking for a full-time estimator to work from our Northampton office.

Intermediate Estimator For Hire

My Build Estimate has grown rapidly over the past few years through innovation and customer service, and we have got significant growth plans over the coming years. We are an enthusiastic and dynamic team that can offer great career progression in a fun working environment.

A Successful Candidate Will

• Have experience in taking off and pricing residential projects.
• Be familiar with SMM7, NRM3 and major forms of measurement methods.
• JCT Conversant in all major forms of contract.
• Have experience using Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Has experience using other forms of taking off and estimating software.
• Is a team player looking to work in a small local consultancy firm.

The Job Role

• To set up Estimating Files upon receipt of enquiries, both electronically and paper, completing any further filing/addendums as they arise.
• To complete and maintain archives.
• Significantly interfaces with all supply chain members from both suppliers and subcontractors on all aspects associated with tenders from enquiry to contract award.
• To chase supplier, sub-contractor and manufacturer quotations.
• To complete estimating tasks.
• To answer incoming telephones, taking messages or redirecting as appropriate when required.
• To undertake any other general support and administration duties as will be required from time to time.
• To provide support and assistance to colleagues and accounts team in peak periods.

What We Are Looking For

• Good understanding of the construction industry and building process.
• Highly organised and able to plan and prioritise.
• Analytical and accurate.
• Excellent communicator and able to build and maintain excellent working relationships.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Preferable experience working with a comparable house builder.
• Preferable to have relevant estimator qualifications.
• Able to deal with tough negotiations and pressures of a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to communicate with clients and colleagues.
• First-class time management skills.
• Practical team player with a hands‑on style.
• Excellent written and oral skills.
• Attention to detail.