Senior Estimator

Aldwych Consulting Ltd; London Borough of Newham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Aldwych Consulting is recruiting a Senior Estimator for cut and carve and civils work in London. You will lead estimating and tendering, prepare detailed cost estimates and commercial assessments, review drawings and project documentation, and manage tender programmes from enquiry to submission.

You will develop construction methodologies, identify value engineering opportunities, liaise with clients and the supply chain, and support presentations and handovers on complex civil and structural

Qualifications

• Experience estimating cut & carve, structural alterations or demolition.
• Strong understanding of reinforced concrete and temporary works.
• Experience pricing complex construction projects.
• Ability to manage tenders independently.
• Candy or similar estimating software experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead estimating and tendering activities for cut and carve and structural alteration projects.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates, tender submissions and commercial assessments.
• Review drawings, specifications and project documentation.
• Develop construction methodologies and identify value engineering opportunities.
• Obtain and assess subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Manage tender programmes from initial enquiry through to submission.
• Identify project risks, opportunities and commercial considerations.
• Liaise with clients, consultants and supply chain partners.
• Support tender presentations and project handovers.

Skills

Candy estimating software

Education

Relevant construction qualification

Tools

Candy or similar estimating software

Job description

Senior Estimator - Cut & Carve & Civils

Location: London

Salary: Up to £100k + package

I'm currently working with a leading specialist contractor who is looking to recruit an experienced Senior Estimator to join their Pre-Construction team.

The successful candidate will play a key role in securing major cut and carve, structural alteration and civil engineering projects across London.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead estimating and tendering activities for cut and carve and structural alteration projects.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates, tender submissions and commercial assessments.
• Review drawings, specifications and project documentation.
• Develop construction methodologies and identify value engineering opportunities.
• Obtain and assess subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Manage tender programmes from initial enquiry through to submission.
• Identify project risks, opportunities and commercial considerations.
• Liaise with clients, consultants and supply chain partners.
• Support tender presentations and project handovers.

Requirements:

• Previous estimating experience within cut and carve, structural alterations or specialist demolition.
• Strong understanding of reinforced concrete, structural works and temporary works.
• Experience pricing complex construction projects.
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to manage tenders independently.
• Experience using Candy or similar estimating software.
• Relevant construction qualification desirable.

The Opportunity:

An excellent opportunity to join an established specialist contractor with a strong pipeline of complex projects and the opportunity to play a key role in securing future work.

If you're an experienced Estimator with a background in cut and carve or structural alterations, I'd be keen to have a conversation.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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