Senior Estimator - Residential Developments Lead

Blue Octopus Recruitment Limited; Exeter; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Estimator to join their team in Exeter. This role involves leading the estimation process for new developments, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring competitive submissions. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of construction methods and excellent technical skills using estimating systems. The position offers various benefits including a performance-based bonus, 26 days of holidays, and private medical insurance, with a focus on promoting Health & Safety and diversity in the workplace.

Benefits

Bonus entitlement based on performance KPIs

26 days holidays

Life Assurance

Pension

Private medical insurance

Ability to purchase additional holiday

Access to discount portal

Cycle to Work scheme

Digital GP

Employee assistance programme

Sharesave scheme

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge of construction methods, materials and procurement processes.
• Experience in using estimating systems is valuable.
• Detail-oriented and commercially astute with advancement potential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the estimation process for new developments.
• Mentor junior estimating staff.
• Collaborate with internal teams for comprehensive submissions.
• Interpret bid documentation and manage risks effectively.
• Provide a clear handover to post-contract teams.

Skills

Construction methods

Contracts knowledge

Detail-oriented

Commercial awareness

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook

Advanced estimating expertise

Tools

Housebuilder estimating system

Evaluate estimating system

Job description

A leading UK recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Estimator to join their team in Exeter. This role involves leading the estimation process for new developments, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring competitive submissions. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of construction methods and excellent technical skills using estimating systems. The position offers various benefits including a performance-based bonus, 26 days of holidays, and private medical insurance, with a focus on promoting Health & Safety and diversity in the workplace.