Senior Estimator: Social Housing & Infrastructure Bids

UI Social Infrastructure Limited; Swanley; In loco; GBP 45.000 - 65.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

United Infrastructure in Swanley, United Kingdom, seeks a skilled Estimator to join our Social Infrastructure team. You will analyse drawings and specifications to prepare cost estimates, price tenders with technical detail, and support handover to project delivery teams.

Essential experience includes 5+ years in construction (social housing preferred), knowledge of JCT/ACA contracts, and strong numerical skills.

Competenze

• Minimum 5 years' experience in the construction industry, preferably with Social Housing
• Ability to 'take off' from design drawings and prepare Bills of Quantities
• Knowledge of the JCT & ACA contracts
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Proficiency in estimating software or aptitude to learn

Mansioni

• Analyse project specifications, drawings, and other documents to prepare accurate cost estimates
• Collaborate with multiple departments to ensure tender returns are priced accurately, are commercially sound, and technically detailed
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, suppliers and professionals to foster future tender opportunities
• Prepare and present detailed tender cost build-ups and meet tight tender deadlines
• Support the transition from tender to project handover with clear communication to delivery teams
• Monitor market trends, material costs and labour rates to keep pricing up to date
• Identify risks and opportunities within estimates and suggest mitigations to maximise value
• Contribute to the development of estimating processes and procedures to improve efficiency and accuracy

Conoscenze

Mathematical skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Negotiation

Time management

Organisational skills

Formazione

Quantity Surveying degree

Strumenti

Estimating software

Descrizione del lavoro

United Infrastructure in Swanley, United Kingdom, seeks a skilled Estimator to join our Social Infrastructure team. You will analyse drawings and specifications to prepare cost estimates, price tenders with technical detail, and support handover to project delivery teams.

Essential experience includes 5+ years in construction (social housing preferred), knowledge of JCT/ACA contracts, and strong numerical skills.