Cost Planner / Estimator

Who are we? Founded in 1992 and with over 350 employees Galliard Homes is London's largest privately owned property development and management group overseeing residential, hospitality, mixed-use, and commercial projects across London, the Home Counties, and the Midlands. Galliard has a £4 billion portfolio of over 6,905 homes and 296,065 square feet of commercial developments under construction. With an impressive portfolio of award-winning developments, we are proud to be considered as London's leading property developer. The Position We are currently recruiting a Cost Planner/Estimator to join Galliard Homes at our Head Office in Loughton, Essex. As a Cost Planner/Estimator, you will be part of an established commercial department working together to deliver high-end developments across London and the surrounding areas. You will be responsible for the following duties: Collection and analysis of empirical construction costs data. Preparation of Budgets, Cost Plans or Estimates using iTWO Cost X Cost Planning and Estimating software Take off Quantities in accordance with the NRM1 and IPMS rules of measurement Attendance of pre-planning DTMs' to assist design decisions. Preparation of and development of formal Cost Planning model(s) in line with internal procedures. Preparation of Trade/Materials enquiries for Cost Planning purposes. The Person The successful candidate will hold the following: Part qualified or working towards RICS or CIOB qualification Minimum 5 years' experience working for a Residential Developer or Cost Consultant Detailed knowledge and familiarity of Building Elemental Cost analysis, NRM1, and the IPMS Extensive experience in Residential New build across low rise, medium, and high-rise properties Knowledge of mixed use residential led developments would also be desirable. Experience of iTWO Cost X software desirable but not essential. The Benefits As a family-owned business, we want everyone to feel at home from day one. In return for commitment, loyalty, and hard work, we offer benefits ranging from: 24 days holiday plus bank holidays Car allowance Life assurance Private healthcare Matching contribution pension scheme Discretionary salary and bonus review Employee assistance programme Discounted gym memberships Discount portal Cycle to work scheme Volunteering Sponsorship of professional qualifications and accreditations