Scaffolding Estimator / Quantity Surveyor – UK Projects
Building Careers UK
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Job summary
Building Careers UK is recruiting an Estimator/Quantity Surveyor for scaffolding projects in the Preston area. The role covers cost planning, tendering, and commercial management from pre-construction through to delivery.
The ideal candidate will have experience in estimators/QS roles within construction, a solid grasp of valuations and final accounts, and strong Excel/IT skills, with a full UK driving licence. Excellent salary and benefits on offer.
Qualifications
- Experience as Estimator/Quantity Surveyor or in a dual commercial role within construction.
- Experience with scaffolding, access solutions, or related sectors is highly advantageous.
- Strong commercial awareness and estimating ability.
Responsibilities
- Prepare accurate and competitive estimates for scaffolding and specialist access projects.
- Manage commercial aspects from tender to final account.
- Review drawings, specifications and tender documents to produce take-offs and pricing schedules.
- Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
- Prepare applications for payment, valuations, variations and final accounts.
- Monitor project costs and produce regular commercial reports.
- Identify commercial risks and value engineering opportunities.
- Support contract negotiations and subcontract procurement.
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Job description
Building Careers UK is recruiting an Estimator/Quantity Surveyor for scaffolding projects in the Preston area. The role covers cost planning, tendering, and commercial management from pre-construction through to delivery.
The ideal candidate will have experience in estimators/QS roles within construction, a solid grasp of valuations and final accounts, and strong Excel/IT skills, with a full UK driving licence. Excellent salary and benefits on offer.
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