Senior Estimator

Foresight Search Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist contractor in Bristol is seeking a Senior Estimator. The role involves preparing cost estimates for large-scale roofing and carpentry projects. Candidates should have solid experience in estimating and project budgeting. The position offers a salary of £70,000 to £75,000 plus a car allowance and benefits. Commuting to North East Bristol is required.

Benefits

£4k car allowance

Company benefits package

Varied projects across sectors

Qualifications

• Solid experience working for a specialist contractor or main contractor.
• Experience pricing carpentry packages is beneficial.
• Must have experience taking off and measuring.

Responsibilities

• Review project plans and specifications to understand the scope of work.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates by analysing labor, materials, equipment, and overhead costs.
• Conduct site visits to assess conditions and gather relevant data for accurate estimations.

Skills

Cost estimating

Project budgeting

Communication

Job description

Overview

Title: Senior Estimator — Location: Bristol (North East). Salary: £70,000 to £75,000 + car allowance + benefits. Sector: Specialist sub-contractor, Carpentry, Roofing. Start Date: ASAP.

Senior Estimator – The Role

Our client is a highly successful and fast growing specialist contractor with an established reputation across the South West market and beyond. Typical projects are for Tier 1 main contractors on large scale roofing and carpentry packages as part of major new build developments. Projects vary from £100k - £6.5m+.

Responsibilities

• Review project plans and specifications to understand the scope of work.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates by analysing labour, materials, equipment, and overhead costs.
• Responsible for take offs and measuring.
• Collaborate with project managers and Directors to ensure all aspects of the project are considered in the estimation process.
• Conduct site visits to assess conditions and gather relevant data for accurate estimations.
• Maintain a database of past projects and their costs for reference in future estimates.
• Monitor project budgets throughout the lifecycle of the project to ensure adherence to cost control measures.
• Provide recommendations for cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or safety standards.
• Communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders regarding estimates and any potential changes.

The Person

• You will have solid experience working for a specialist contractor or main contractor.
• Experience pricing carpentry packages is beneficial.
• Must have experience taking off and measuring.
• Desire to progress career as Estimator.
• Commutable daily to North East Bristol.

The Reward

• £70-75k salary + £4k car allowance + benefits.
• Company benefits package.
• Varied projects across sectors.
• Continued local work within the region.

Please contact Foresight Search for more information on this, or any other vacancy.