Residential Estimator | Luxury Homes & Extensions

Bimplus; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Bimplus in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Commercial Estimator / Quantity Surveyor to join their team on high-end residential projects across Scotland.

You will prepare accurate cost estimates, measure drawings, produce Bills of Quantities, and manage project budgets, cost plans and variations while liaising with clients and suppliers. A full UK driving licence and strong Excel skills are desirable for this client-facing role.

Qualifications

• Quantity Surveying or estimating experience within residential construction.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Confidence dealing directly with clients.
• Experience pricing extensions, renovations or new-build housing.
• Ability to read architectural and structural drawings.
• Strong Excel and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates and tender submissions.
• Measure drawings and produce Bills of Quantities.
• Carry out digital take-offs from architectural and structural drawings.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Produce project budgets and cost plans.
• Monitor project costs and profitability.
• Price variations and additional works throughout live projects.
• Assist with procurement of subcontractors and materials.
• Prepare interim valuations and final accounts.
• Develop estimating systems, templates and cost databases.
• Meeting clients to discuss projects and aspirations.
• Consulting with customers to understand specification, budget and priorities.
• Presenting quotations and commercial proposals to clients.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Estimating

Client communication

Reading drawings

Excel

Organisation

Driving licence

Tools

Excel

Job description

Bimplus in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Commercial Estimator / Quantity Surveyor to join their team on high-end residential projects across Scotland.

You will prepare accurate cost estimates, measure drawings, produce Bills of Quantities, and manage project budgets, cost plans and variations while liaising with clients and suppliers. A full UK driving licence and strong Excel skills are desirable for this client-facing role.