Job Description

Estimator

Responsibilities

Excellent communication and negotiation skills to liaise with clients, suppliers and contractors. Oversee projects to ensure costs remain in line with forecasts. Provide recommendations for reducing costs. Obtain quotations from sub-contractors and suppliers. Set appropriate labour costs, transport and hire equipment. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications. Proficiency in using construction estimating software and tools. Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines. Strong organizational skills and project management skills Understanding of health and safety regulations and risk assessments Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals in the construction industry. Commercial awareness and ability to identify cost saving opportunities. Strong problem solving and decision-making skills. Clarify and manage client's needs and expectations. Contract tendering estimating and buying.

Requirements

5 year's experience in the Interior Fit Out Industry Strong analytical and mathematical skills for accurate cost estimation Knowledge of construction materials, methods, and regulations Knowledge of industry regulations and standards Strong previous client list would be an advantage and knowledge of the Care Sector and Commercial Roofing would advantageous. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Driving licence and car required Willing to travel to site for enquiry/client meetings. Responsible for the complete project pricing and tender preparation for turnkey (design, procure, install and commission) construction of new, and refurbishment of existing buildings. Carefully inspect tender documentation. Analyse exact requirements and identify areas that may have implications via Risk Analysis.

Essential

It is essential that the jobholder is a commercially focused self-starter with the enthusiasm, motivation, and initiative to succeed in this role. The jobholder must also possess:

Strong understanding of MS Excel with demonstrable practical experience of using MS Excel to price projects. Excellent communication and negotiation skills combined with the analytical and problem-solving skills to reach realistic workable solutions. Ability to work as part of a team but also be able to work on their own initiative. Strong understanding of commercial terms and conditions and the impact they would have upon project delivery. Demonstrable experience in negotiation of terms and conditions. Able to work to tight tender submission deadlines with minimum supervision and can demonstrate previous experience of working under pressure. Knowledge of JCT Contracts References required.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 38,000.00-45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday No weekends
Work Location: In person