Estimator

Job Title: Estimator
Rate: £30,000 - £45,000
Location: Worcestershire
Start: ASAP

The company:

My client is an award-winning construction and landscaping firm with over 20 years of experience in the field with projects ranging from £50,000 - £1.2M

They focus on sustainable building and all of their products are sourced from within the UK.

About you:

I am seeking a candidate with no less than 3 years’ experience, predominantly from a Civil or Landscaping background, ideally, I would like someone with commercial experience.

A person who has a strong understanding of Landscaping is very important with sound knowledge of the construction industry.

Job Description:

Complete all tasks associated with the position of Estimator including -

• Provide a detailed “take-off” and Bill of Quantities
• Work on traditional Plan and Specification and Design and Build Contracts.
• Rate build-ups to be checked and amended where necessary.
• Assess individual rates and prices, amend, create new or insert from material and subcontract quotes.
• Collate tender information and build-ups
• Complete estimator’s written report section of the handover meeting
• Attend meetings, explain project and handover documentation and additional copies as necessary.

Experience / Requirements:

• Degree or Higher National Certificate in Construction/Building, or equivalent
• CSCS accreditation
• Previously worked in a Landscaping environment i.e. Landscape Architect
• Knowledge of software including Conquest, Coins, Causeway or Candy (CCS)
• Driving license holder with own car