An opportunity awaits a motivated and eager Trainee Estimator to join a well-established bespoke joinery manufacturer. Become a part of our dynamic team within a busy sales and estimating department, and develop your skills while contributing to our continued success. This position particularly suits someone who has a hands on joinery background and wishes to advance their career in to estimating.
Job Summary:
The Trainee Estimator will assist in the estimation and procurement process for a range of joinery products. This role involves supporting the estimation of live and tender joinery contracts, preparing job sheets, ordering materials, and helping to schedule work to meet monthly targets. The successful candidate will be trained to use Word, Excel, and Sage packages to prepare quotations and schedules, handle customer queries, and work closely with the Senior Management Team to ensure customer deadlines and requirements are met.
Main Responsibilities:
1. Estimation Support:
· Assist in estimating live and tender joinery contracts received via email and telephone.
· Help prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates for a variety of joinery products.
2. Order Processing:
· Assist in preparing job sheets upon order receipt.
· Help order materials necessary for project completion.
· Support scheduling work for the month in alignment with targets set by the Director.
3. Customer Interaction:
· Handle customer queries and provide support over the telephone.
· Maintain a high level of service, courtesy, and professionalism when dealing with customers.
4. Administrative Tasks:
· Utilise Word, Excel, and Sage packages to help prepare quotations and schedule work.
· Ensure all documentation is accurate and up-to-date.
5. Team Collaboration:
· Work closely with the Senior Management Team to meet customer deadlines and requirements.
· Operate as an effective team member, contributing to the overall management of the business.
Main Purpose:
· Adapt to customer needs while maintaining high standards of service and professionalism.
· Liaise with the Senior Management Team regarding work schedules and priorities.
· Contribute effectively to the overall management of the business by undertaking necessary tasks.
Qualifications:
Desirable:
· Proficient keyboard skills.
· Previous experience in buying and estimating is a plus, but not required.
Essential:
· Basic understanding of the joinery and building industry.
· Good telephone manner and correspondence skills.
· Willingness to learn and develop skills in estimating and procurement.
· Love working in a team and have good communication skills
Aptitude:
· Must be flexible and open to adapting to changing priorities in both work and the business.
· Should be eager to learn, unafraid to put forward ideas, and contribute proactively to the team's success.
Skills and Competencies:
· Strong analytical and numerical skills for accurate estimation.
· Excellent organizational skills to help manage schedules and meet deadlines.
· Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Sage, with a willingness to learn.
· Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
· High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
Work Environment:
· Fast-paced, dynamic environment with a focus on meeting deadlines and customer needs.
· Collaborative team culture with opportunities for professional growth and development.
This role is ideal for an enthusiastic individual with a basic understanding of joinery, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. If you have the required qualifications and are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity to grow in the joinery industry, we encourage you to apply.
Jan 07, 2025
Full time
An opportunity awaits a motivated and eager Trainee Estimator to join a well-established bespoke joinery manufacturer. Become a part of our dynamic team within a busy sales and estimating department, and develop your skills while contributing to our continued success. This position particularly suits someone who has a hands on joinery background and wishes to advance their career in to estimating.
Job Summary:
The Trainee Estimator will assist in the estimation and procurement process for a range of joinery products. This role involves supporting the estimation of live and tender joinery contracts, preparing job sheets, ordering materials, and helping to schedule work to meet monthly targets. The successful candidate will be trained to use Word, Excel, and Sage packages to prepare quotations and schedules, handle customer queries, and work closely with the Senior Management Team to ensure customer deadlines and requirements are met.
Main Responsibilities:
1. Estimation Support:
· Assist in estimating live and tender joinery contracts received via email and telephone.
· Help prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates for a variety of joinery products.
2. Order Processing:
· Assist in preparing job sheets upon order receipt.
· Help order materials necessary for project completion.
· Support scheduling work for the month in alignment with targets set by the Director.
3. Customer Interaction:
· Handle customer queries and provide support over the telephone.
· Maintain a high level of service, courtesy, and professionalism when dealing with customers.
4. Administrative Tasks:
· Utilise Word, Excel, and Sage packages to help prepare quotations and schedule work.
· Ensure all documentation is accurate and up-to-date.
5. Team Collaboration:
· Work closely with the Senior Management Team to meet customer deadlines and requirements.
· Operate as an effective team member, contributing to the overall management of the business.
Main Purpose:
· Adapt to customer needs while maintaining high standards of service and professionalism.
· Liaise with the Senior Management Team regarding work schedules and priorities.
· Contribute effectively to the overall management of the business by undertaking necessary tasks.
Qualifications:
Desirable:
· Proficient keyboard skills.
· Previous experience in buying and estimating is a plus, but not required.
Essential:
· Basic understanding of the joinery and building industry.
· Good telephone manner and correspondence skills.
· Willingness to learn and develop skills in estimating and procurement.
· Love working in a team and have good communication skills
Aptitude:
· Must be flexible and open to adapting to changing priorities in both work and the business.
· Should be eager to learn, unafraid to put forward ideas, and contribute proactively to the team's success.
Skills and Competencies:
· Strong analytical and numerical skills for accurate estimation.
· Excellent organizational skills to help manage schedules and meet deadlines.
· Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Sage, with a willingness to learn.
· Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
· High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
Work Environment:
· Fast-paced, dynamic environment with a focus on meeting deadlines and customer needs.
· Collaborative team culture with opportunities for professional growth and development.
This role is ideal for an enthusiastic individual with a basic understanding of joinery, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. If you have the required qualifications and are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity to grow in the joinery industry, we encourage you to apply.
Estimator - Markey Construction Limited
Company Description
Markey Construction is a leading and forward thinking south west based construction business with a reputation for the highest standards of quality, safety, and investment in its staff. We are recognised as one of the UK’s leading regional construction companies with 50 years experience of delivering high-profile projects for private and public sector organisations. Markey Construction’s client-focused approach and attention to service and quality has frequently resulted in repeat orders and negotiated contracts. The company’s main areas of operation are the South and South West of England, the Midlands and Wales.
Position
You will be a key player in the project development process, responsible for producing accurate and competitive cost estimates across a range of construction projects. Your work will be crucial in securing contracts and ensuring the financial success of our projects.
Role Overview: As a Estimator at Markey Construction, you will be a key player in the project development process, responsible for producing accurate and competitive cost estimates across a range of construction projects. Your work will be crucial in securing contracts and ensuring the financial success of our projects.
Key Responsibilities:
Analyse tender documents, specifications, and drawings to compile detailed cost estimates.
Collaborate closely with project managers, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to gather essential information.
Prepare and present clear, detailed estimates to clients and senior management.
Evaluate and negotiate subcontractor and supplier quotes to ensure cost-effectiveness.
Track project costs during construction to monitor budget compliance and adjust estimates as necessary.
Assist in negotiating contracts with clients and subcontractors.
Maintain and update pricing databases to reflect market trends and conditions.
Participate in project reviews to assess estimating accuracy and identify areas for improvement.
Requirements
A depth of experience in construction estimating
Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and regulations.
Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., ConQuest, Causeway, Bluebeam) and Microsoft Office Suite.
Exceptional numerical and analytical skills, with a keen eye for detail.
Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
A valid UK driving licence.
Other information
Our roles are full time, Monday to Friday - 40 hours per week, 8:30am-5pm.
We are offering a salary of £60,000 - £80,000 dependant on experience.
Our company benefits package
Life Assurance cover - x2 annual salary
Health cash plan - cash back, discounts, EAP, etc
Performance related pay scheme
Enhanced pensions contributions - 5% employer contributions
Flexible holidays - buy and sell options
Cycle to work scheme
Money @ Work Schemes - Savings, loans and flexible credit
Discount on a range of products and services within Markey Group
Charitable giving
Sep 25, 2024
Full time
Estimator - Markey Construction Limited
Company Description
Markey Construction is a leading and forward thinking south west based construction business with a reputation for the highest standards of quality, safety, and investment in its staff. We are recognised as one of the UK’s leading regional construction companies with 50 years experience of delivering high-profile projects for private and public sector organisations. Markey Construction’s client-focused approach and attention to service and quality has frequently resulted in repeat orders and negotiated contracts. The company’s main areas of operation are the South and South West of England, the Midlands and Wales.
Position
You will be a key player in the project development process, responsible for producing accurate and competitive cost estimates across a range of construction projects. Your work will be crucial in securing contracts and ensuring the financial success of our projects.
Role Overview: As a Estimator at Markey Construction, you will be a key player in the project development process, responsible for producing accurate and competitive cost estimates across a range of construction projects. Your work will be crucial in securing contracts and ensuring the financial success of our projects.
Key Responsibilities:
Analyse tender documents, specifications, and drawings to compile detailed cost estimates.
Collaborate closely with project managers, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to gather essential information.
Prepare and present clear, detailed estimates to clients and senior management.
Evaluate and negotiate subcontractor and supplier quotes to ensure cost-effectiveness.
Track project costs during construction to monitor budget compliance and adjust estimates as necessary.
Assist in negotiating contracts with clients and subcontractors.
Maintain and update pricing databases to reflect market trends and conditions.
Participate in project reviews to assess estimating accuracy and identify areas for improvement.
Requirements
A depth of experience in construction estimating
Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and regulations.
Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., ConQuest, Causeway, Bluebeam) and Microsoft Office Suite.
Exceptional numerical and analytical skills, with a keen eye for detail.
Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
A valid UK driving licence.
Other information
Our roles are full time, Monday to Friday - 40 hours per week, 8:30am-5pm.
We are offering a salary of £60,000 - £80,000 dependant on experience.
Our company benefits package
Life Assurance cover - x2 annual salary
Health cash plan - cash back, discounts, EAP, etc
Performance related pay scheme
Enhanced pensions contributions - 5% employer contributions
Flexible holidays - buy and sell options
Cycle to work scheme
Money @ Work Schemes - Savings, loans and flexible credit
Discount on a range of products and services within Markey Group
Charitable giving
Terms
Employment Type: Permanent
Location: Company Office (Clapham, West Sussex) and Site Office (dependent on development at the time)
Hours: 8.30am-5pm Monday – Friday. These are core hours with flexibility required at times
Part-time or Full-time roles available (please state your preference – this can be discussed at interview)
Salary: £24,000- £32,000 pro rata dependent on experience
Pension: autoenrollment on contributory pension scheme (subject to scheme conditions).
Holiday:
20 working days per annum
In addition, MJH is closed between Christmas and New Year
Public and bank holiday entitlement pro rata
Job Description
MJH Executive Homes Ltd is a well-established & successful Property Development & Strategic Land Company building high-end family homes across Sussex. We are looking to appoint a skilled and experienced Construction Administrator with excellent attention to detail and a proven track record in contributing to the success of new housing projects. This will be a fun and rewarding role for the right person.
Key Skills:
Project Coordination: performing take-offs from drawings
Proficient in the preparation of Excel spreadsheets for build programmes, financial and procurement data, managing project schedules and associated documentation.
Liaising and communicating with all involved parties such as Site Managers, Sales & Marketing Team, office staff and external agencies
Identify and address issues promptly to minimise disruptions, resolve problems and keep projects on track.
Procurement of materials and services to include negotiating price, payment and delivery terms, placing purchase orders and updating the Purchase Order Log.
Manage logistics, site visits and deliveries to ensure the smooth running of the project.
Compliance: working with NHBC and other applicable regulators to register new house plots, administer the signing off for planning conditions and address any aftersales. Liaise with the professional team to include architects, surveyors, contractors and clients to ensure all projects adhere to industry standards.
Ensure health and safety legislation and requirements are met, including induction, procurement, monitoring and reporting
Administrative Skills: managing and updating information and records, filing, reporting, handling correspondence including phone calls, emails & letters, printing using plotter and printer
General administrative duties for Head Office & sites as required
Proficient in Microsoft Office such as Word & Excel
Helping to establish and maintain office procedures
Account management experience to process supplier invoices and retention payments
Person Specification
The criteria listed in this Person Specification are essential to the job. These will be assessed through your CV, letter of application and interview. You should ensure that you demonstrate clearly and concisely how you meet each of the criteria. If you do not address these criteria fully, or if we do not consider that you meet them, you will not be shortlisted. Please give specific examples wherever possible.
Knowledge and experience of construction environment and administration working in a UK based head office or site office
Previous experience in buying or procurement to include negotiating price, payment and delivery terms, placing orders and updating the Purchase Order Log.
Sound administrative skills
Solid decision making and analytical skills based on sound principle and precedent
Good interpersonal skills – confident, personable, assertive, resilient and a good negotiator. Able to communicate in a pressured and busy environment. Ability to build professional working relationships with individuals and organisations.
Keen & positive attitude, a team play who is willing to help out as needed.
Good time-keeper, strong attention to detail and highly organised.
Ability to work under pressure and on own initiative and to implement workload to meet required timescales
Flexibility required regarding working hours during busy periods.
Travel required across East and West Sussex. The successful applicant will need their own transport as our offices are in a rural location and you will be required to visit various sites.
Office and site based - remote working is not feasible for this role
May 22, 2024
Full time
Terms
Employment Type: Permanent
Location: Company Office (Clapham, West Sussex) and Site Office (dependent on development at the time)
Hours: 8.30am-5pm Monday – Friday. These are core hours with flexibility required at times
Part-time or Full-time roles available (please state your preference – this can be discussed at interview)
Salary: £24,000- £32,000 pro rata dependent on experience
Pension: autoenrollment on contributory pension scheme (subject to scheme conditions).
Holiday:
20 working days per annum
In addition, MJH is closed between Christmas and New Year
Public and bank holiday entitlement pro rata
Job Description
MJH Executive Homes Ltd is a well-established & successful Property Development & Strategic Land Company building high-end family homes across Sussex. We are looking to appoint a skilled and experienced Construction Administrator with excellent attention to detail and a proven track record in contributing to the success of new housing projects. This will be a fun and rewarding role for the right person.
Key Skills:
Project Coordination: performing take-offs from drawings
Proficient in the preparation of Excel spreadsheets for build programmes, financial and procurement data, managing project schedules and associated documentation.
Liaising and communicating with all involved parties such as Site Managers, Sales & Marketing Team, office staff and external agencies
Identify and address issues promptly to minimise disruptions, resolve problems and keep projects on track.
Procurement of materials and services to include negotiating price, payment and delivery terms, placing purchase orders and updating the Purchase Order Log.
Manage logistics, site visits and deliveries to ensure the smooth running of the project.
Compliance: working with NHBC and other applicable regulators to register new house plots, administer the signing off for planning conditions and address any aftersales. Liaise with the professional team to include architects, surveyors, contractors and clients to ensure all projects adhere to industry standards.
Ensure health and safety legislation and requirements are met, including induction, procurement, monitoring and reporting
Administrative Skills: managing and updating information and records, filing, reporting, handling correspondence including phone calls, emails & letters, printing using plotter and printer
General administrative duties for Head Office & sites as required
Proficient in Microsoft Office such as Word & Excel
Helping to establish and maintain office procedures
Account management experience to process supplier invoices and retention payments
Person Specification
The criteria listed in this Person Specification are essential to the job. These will be assessed through your CV, letter of application and interview. You should ensure that you demonstrate clearly and concisely how you meet each of the criteria. If you do not address these criteria fully, or if we do not consider that you meet them, you will not be shortlisted. Please give specific examples wherever possible.
Knowledge and experience of construction environment and administration working in a UK based head office or site office
Previous experience in buying or procurement to include negotiating price, payment and delivery terms, placing orders and updating the Purchase Order Log.
Sound administrative skills
Solid decision making and analytical skills based on sound principle and precedent
Good interpersonal skills – confident, personable, assertive, resilient and a good negotiator. Able to communicate in a pressured and busy environment. Ability to build professional working relationships with individuals and organisations.
Keen & positive attitude, a team play who is willing to help out as needed.
Good time-keeper, strong attention to detail and highly organised.
Ability to work under pressure and on own initiative and to implement workload to meet required timescales
Flexibility required regarding working hours during busy periods.
Travel required across East and West Sussex. The successful applicant will need their own transport as our offices are in a rural location and you will be required to visit various sites.
Office and site based - remote working is not feasible for this role
A&E Construction is a leading construction company dedicated to delivering high-quality projects with a commitment to excellence. With a reputation for innovation, integrity, and professionalism, we take pride in our ability to successfully complete a diverse range of construction projects. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a skilled and experienced Estimator to join our dynamic team.
Position: Estimator
Location: Leamington Spa
Responsibilities:
Project Cost Estimation:
Carry out takeoffs from drawings to accurately create bills of quantities for construction projects.
Utilise industry software and methodologies to prepare comprehensive and detailed cost estimates.
Risk Analysis:
Identify potential risks and opportunities associated with construction projects and provide recommendations to mitigate risks.
Collaborate with the project team to develop strategies for cost savings and value engineering.
Documentation and Reporting:
Maintain detailed records of estimates and project documentation.
Generate regular reports for management, highlighting key cost components and project budget status.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or relevant experience.
Proven experience as an Estimator in the construction industry.
Must have experience with Bluebeam, PlanSwift or Procore or similar estimating software.
Proficient in using construction estimating software and MS Office Suite.
Strong analytical and mathematical skills with attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Competitive salary, depending on experience.
Join us in shaping the future of construction and contribute to the success of exciting projects!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £35,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Education:
Bachelor's (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Feb 13, 2024
Full time
A&E Construction is a leading construction company dedicated to delivering high-quality projects with a commitment to excellence. With a reputation for innovation, integrity, and professionalism, we take pride in our ability to successfully complete a diverse range of construction projects. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a skilled and experienced Estimator to join our dynamic team.
Position: Estimator
Location: Leamington Spa
Responsibilities:
Project Cost Estimation:
Carry out takeoffs from drawings to accurately create bills of quantities for construction projects.
Utilise industry software and methodologies to prepare comprehensive and detailed cost estimates.
Risk Analysis:
Identify potential risks and opportunities associated with construction projects and provide recommendations to mitigate risks.
Collaborate with the project team to develop strategies for cost savings and value engineering.
Documentation and Reporting:
Maintain detailed records of estimates and project documentation.
Generate regular reports for management, highlighting key cost components and project budget status.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or relevant experience.
Proven experience as an Estimator in the construction industry.
Must have experience with Bluebeam, PlanSwift or Procore or similar estimating software.
Proficient in using construction estimating software and MS Office Suite.
Strong analytical and mathematical skills with attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Competitive salary, depending on experience.
Join us in shaping the future of construction and contribute to the success of exciting projects!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £35,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Education:
Bachelor's (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Assistant Estimator permanent job in Surrey for a Main Contractor paying £45k to £50k + Car Allowance & Bens Your new company specialises in design, new-build, restoration, and refurbishment projects, handling ventures worth up to £30 million. Their portfolio includes luxury living spaces, commercial properties, training facilities, public buildings, and urban regeneration projects. They are committed to sustainability, community impact, and safety, ensuring their projects not only meet but exceed industry standards. Their values emphasise quality, integrity, and collaboration, making them a trusted name in the construction industry. They strive to create lasting, positive impacts on the communities they serve. Their projects are often to design and build public and commercial buildings delivered on JCT, D&B but more often traditional contracts with some small NEC opportunities. Your new role has been raised due to expansion of the pre-construction and bid team that process bids of value £2million to £15million. The type of bid includes the construction of commercial projects in the South East on public buildings. Their focus is on quality rather than quantity, and you will be tasked with working on 1-2 tenders at a time due to the detail and regulatory compliance associated with working in the education, healthcare frameworks and public realm. You will support and assist in the bid and pre-construction stages of the commercial management process with the aim of achieving profitable, prompt, and faultless delivery, and ensuring lofty standards are maintained. You will be reporting to a Senior Estimator in the office. The role involves supporting the commercial team by complying with company procedures, liaising with customers and suppliers. Responsibilities include measuring, pricing, negotiating, and agreeing on budgets and costs. The position requires attending pre-contract meetings, liaising with a wide range of construction professionals, and ensuring the timely completion of agreed actions. Additionally, the role involves producing and maintaining up-to-date procurement schedules, compiling, and issuing invitations to tender, analysing subcontractor quotations, and making recommendations for the placement of orders. What you'll need to succeed is an HNC or relevant degree in a construction-related subject from a UK-based college or university and have some form of UK-based experience in a construction organisation in pre-construction. Alternatively, you will have previous experience as a trade person that can estimate with a small building contracting experience and is looking to upskill in a more formal setting. The ideal candidate should possess good IT skills and demonstrate an aptitude for working with numbers, as well as absorbing and analysing technical information. They should have a flexible approach to work and be initiative-taking. You will have the right to work in the UK and have references from a UK-based employer. You will have an elevated level of communication, excellent people skills and live in the Surrey area. Candidates from outside the area need not apply as there is no relocation allowance. This is a permanent vacancy, so freelance candidates need not apply. What you'll get in return is a permanent appointment as an Assistant Estimator with a salary of £45,000 to £50,000 + Car Allowance, 27 days' holiday plus BH, generous contributory pension, and other corporate benefits. A supported career structure and professional development would be guaranteed where you will be trained in a well-established bid and pre-contract team. You will be working 4 days per week in the office and one day from home, with working hours from 8am to 5pm, minus 1 hour for breaks. What you need to do now: If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now at Hays Crawley . If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Ref #
Feb 16, 2025
Full time
Assistant Estimator permanent job in Surrey for a Main Contractor paying £45k to £50k + Car Allowance & Bens Your new company specialises in design, new-build, restoration, and refurbishment projects, handling ventures worth up to £30 million. Their portfolio includes luxury living spaces, commercial properties, training facilities, public buildings, and urban regeneration projects. They are committed to sustainability, community impact, and safety, ensuring their projects not only meet but exceed industry standards. Their values emphasise quality, integrity, and collaboration, making them a trusted name in the construction industry. They strive to create lasting, positive impacts on the communities they serve. Their projects are often to design and build public and commercial buildings delivered on JCT, D&B but more often traditional contracts with some small NEC opportunities. Your new role has been raised due to expansion of the pre-construction and bid team that process bids of value £2million to £15million. The type of bid includes the construction of commercial projects in the South East on public buildings. Their focus is on quality rather than quantity, and you will be tasked with working on 1-2 tenders at a time due to the detail and regulatory compliance associated with working in the education, healthcare frameworks and public realm. You will support and assist in the bid and pre-construction stages of the commercial management process with the aim of achieving profitable, prompt, and faultless delivery, and ensuring lofty standards are maintained. You will be reporting to a Senior Estimator in the office. The role involves supporting the commercial team by complying with company procedures, liaising with customers and suppliers. Responsibilities include measuring, pricing, negotiating, and agreeing on budgets and costs. The position requires attending pre-contract meetings, liaising with a wide range of construction professionals, and ensuring the timely completion of agreed actions. Additionally, the role involves producing and maintaining up-to-date procurement schedules, compiling, and issuing invitations to tender, analysing subcontractor quotations, and making recommendations for the placement of orders. What you'll need to succeed is an HNC or relevant degree in a construction-related subject from a UK-based college or university and have some form of UK-based experience in a construction organisation in pre-construction. Alternatively, you will have previous experience as a trade person that can estimate with a small building contracting experience and is looking to upskill in a more formal setting. The ideal candidate should possess good IT skills and demonstrate an aptitude for working with numbers, as well as absorbing and analysing technical information. They should have a flexible approach to work and be initiative-taking. You will have the right to work in the UK and have references from a UK-based employer. You will have an elevated level of communication, excellent people skills and live in the Surrey area. Candidates from outside the area need not apply as there is no relocation allowance. This is a permanent vacancy, so freelance candidates need not apply. What you'll get in return is a permanent appointment as an Assistant Estimator with a salary of £45,000 to £50,000 + Car Allowance, 27 days' holiday plus BH, generous contributory pension, and other corporate benefits. A supported career structure and professional development would be guaranteed where you will be trained in a well-established bid and pre-contract team. You will be working 4 days per week in the office and one day from home, with working hours from 8am to 5pm, minus 1 hour for breaks. What you need to do now: If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now at Hays Crawley . If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Ref #
Quantity Surveyor/Senior QS/Estimator, Lincolnshire, up to £65k + Package + Benefits + Car Allowance Your new companyAn SME Contractor based in Lincolnshire is currently on the lookout for an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor/Estimator - to join their operational team. This well-established company operates across the UK and with the overwhelming growth and demand in the market, the company plan to deliver a wide range of projects in order to expand and build on their already prestigious project portfolio. With impressive builds and refurbishments across a variety of sectors including education, healthcare, public sector, leisure, residential, hospitality, this contractor now has a requirement for a skilled and experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their growing construction team and be responsible for aiding with all front end activities. Your new role :Reporting to the construction Manager and working closely with the Operational Team you will be responsible for the cost estimating, tendering, front end pre start of a variety of projects as well as providing regular updates on the performance of on-going projects valuing up to £10mil. As the Quantity Surveyor your duties and responsibilities will include: Carrying out the day to day administration of the commercial and financial aspects of projects bidsClose liaison with the Project Management Team(s)Aiding of bid submissionsPreparing Cost and Value reportingManage procurement including labour, plant, materials and subcontractContributing to monthly board reports via the construction ManagerCost controlSubcontract management enquiries/procurement and liaison What you'll need to succeed :In order to be successful in this role, you will have prior experience of working as a Quantity Surveyor at pre construction stage for a construction company or have solid experience and be ready to take a step into a more senior role. This role would require you to have strong negotiation skills to work with subcontractors and clients to reach positive commercial terms and minimise any commercial risks to the business. You must have good technical knowledge and skills in the construction sector and a good knowledge of commonly used contracts and frameworks. Ideally, you will hold a formal qualification in quantity surveying at degree level. However, candidates will be considered with HND/ HNC qualifications and relevant experience. Skills and Knowledge Requirements:A degree/HND or equivalent in Commercial Management/Quantity Surveying or other construction related subject or substantial previous experience in a similar positionA commercially and contractually astute individual that takes ownership of performanceA proactive person with a disposition to take action pre-emptively to manage risk and opportunityIntermediate to advanced Excel skillsResults driven with the capability of working on their own initiativeAbility to deal with large amounts of data accurately and efficientlyHigh attention to detail What you'll get in returnThis role offers the opportunity to join a local contractor owned by its employees !, offering a fresh challenge and, for the right individual, could be an excellent next career step. You will join a contractor that is committed to your individual career progression & allow you to maximise your individual potential, proven through their extremely high retention of staff.In return, the company offers a highly attractive remuneration package that includes a top-tier salary & annual bonus, generous holiday entitlement plus your birthday off and all travel expenses covered.You will also be part of their EOT (employee ownership trust) giving additional benefits and share options. What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Feb 14, 2025
Full time
Quantity Surveyor/Senior QS/Estimator, Lincolnshire, up to £65k + Package + Benefits + Car Allowance Your new companyAn SME Contractor based in Lincolnshire is currently on the lookout for an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor/Estimator - to join their operational team. This well-established company operates across the UK and with the overwhelming growth and demand in the market, the company plan to deliver a wide range of projects in order to expand and build on their already prestigious project portfolio. With impressive builds and refurbishments across a variety of sectors including education, healthcare, public sector, leisure, residential, hospitality, this contractor now has a requirement for a skilled and experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their growing construction team and be responsible for aiding with all front end activities. Your new role :Reporting to the construction Manager and working closely with the Operational Team you will be responsible for the cost estimating, tendering, front end pre start of a variety of projects as well as providing regular updates on the performance of on-going projects valuing up to £10mil. As the Quantity Surveyor your duties and responsibilities will include: Carrying out the day to day administration of the commercial and financial aspects of projects bidsClose liaison with the Project Management Team(s)Aiding of bid submissionsPreparing Cost and Value reportingManage procurement including labour, plant, materials and subcontractContributing to monthly board reports via the construction ManagerCost controlSubcontract management enquiries/procurement and liaison What you'll need to succeed :In order to be successful in this role, you will have prior experience of working as a Quantity Surveyor at pre construction stage for a construction company or have solid experience and be ready to take a step into a more senior role. This role would require you to have strong negotiation skills to work with subcontractors and clients to reach positive commercial terms and minimise any commercial risks to the business. You must have good technical knowledge and skills in the construction sector and a good knowledge of commonly used contracts and frameworks. Ideally, you will hold a formal qualification in quantity surveying at degree level. However, candidates will be considered with HND/ HNC qualifications and relevant experience. Skills and Knowledge Requirements:A degree/HND or equivalent in Commercial Management/Quantity Surveying or other construction related subject or substantial previous experience in a similar positionA commercially and contractually astute individual that takes ownership of performanceA proactive person with a disposition to take action pre-emptively to manage risk and opportunityIntermediate to advanced Excel skillsResults driven with the capability of working on their own initiativeAbility to deal with large amounts of data accurately and efficientlyHigh attention to detail What you'll get in returnThis role offers the opportunity to join a local contractor owned by its employees !, offering a fresh challenge and, for the right individual, could be an excellent next career step. You will join a contractor that is committed to your individual career progression & allow you to maximise your individual potential, proven through their extremely high retention of staff.In return, the company offers a highly attractive remuneration package that includes a top-tier salary & annual bonus, generous holiday entitlement plus your birthday off and all travel expenses covered.You will also be part of their EOT (employee ownership trust) giving additional benefits and share options. What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
A loyal client to Sphere are looking to appoint an Estimator / Senior Estimator, with immediate effect. Your new company are a regional Civil Engineering contractor, who typically specialise in Earthworks, Infrastructure, Civil Engineering, Groundwork's, and Waste, out of their head office in Wiltshire. My client are looking for an experienced candidate, with a strong background within Highways sectors. Duties and additional information: Pricing under Option C. Re-pricing of Civils schemes coming into delivery but negotiated. General Civils Estimating. Based in Chippenham office with hybrid working. Degree level qualifications are essential. For further information or to express your interest in this position, please contact Jack Durrant at your earliest convenience.
Feb 13, 2025
Full time
A loyal client to Sphere are looking to appoint an Estimator / Senior Estimator, with immediate effect. Your new company are a regional Civil Engineering contractor, who typically specialise in Earthworks, Infrastructure, Civil Engineering, Groundwork's, and Waste, out of their head office in Wiltshire. My client are looking for an experienced candidate, with a strong background within Highways sectors. Duties and additional information: Pricing under Option C. Re-pricing of Civils schemes coming into delivery but negotiated. General Civils Estimating. Based in Chippenham office with hybrid working. Degree level qualifications are essential. For further information or to express your interest in this position, please contact Jack Durrant at your earliest convenience.
Senior Estimator - Canada Senior Estimator - are you a Senior Estimator looking to take your career overseas? We are partnering with one of North America's major construction contractors to appoint a Senior Estimator (x2) to be based in Vancouver and Toronto. Why Apply: This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Estimator to join one of Canada's longest standing building contractors; with a turnover of $4bn, our client has been providing construction services to an impressive list of public and private sector clients since the 1920's. You will join a successful team delivering commercial, healthcare, education, industrial, manufacturing, distribution, infrastructure, life sciences, sports and leisure projects ranging from $50m - $100m+. The Senior Estimator is a 'key position' and leads the estimating team on higher complexity projects and may also be solely responsible for estimating more complex projects We are recruiting Senior Estimators for the Western Region based in Vancouver and the Eastern Region based in Toronto. Vancouver is a major coastal city, complete with beach, mountains and snow sports - and frequently ranks highly as one of the 'World's Most Liveable Cities'. Toronto is listed as one of the 'World's Best Cities to Live' pretty much every year - it's a clean, safe, family-friendly city filled with natural landscapes and vibrant construction market. Our client will also offer a relocation package ranging between $15K - $25K (tax-free) depending on the amount of people relocating. Key Benefits: - Vancouver & Toronto listed as some of the 'World's Best Cities to Live' - Excellent opportunities for progression and work life / balance - Opportunity to relocate with a leading Tier 1 contractor - Full order book for 2025 / 2026 / 2027 Requirements: - Experience working as an Estimator / Senior Estimator on D&B projects - Experience interpreting all tender documents completing costings - Experience working for Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractor - Willing and able to relocate to Canada Responsibilities & Duties: - Set-up and complete estimates in company standard estimating program - Complete estimate quantification and costing of works - Identify and propose project risk and cost mitigation - Analyse subcontractor bids for irregularities The Package: - Basic salary of $158K - $165K ( 88K - 92K GBP) - Profit Related Company Bonus (Up to 20%) - Tax free relocation package ($15K - $25K) - Great company pension scheme To qualify for the higher rate of pay you must be able to demonstrate a track record winning D&B projects as a Senior Estimator for a Tier 1 or Tier 2 contactor. For any further information on this Senior Estimator vacancy please apply with your CV attached or contact Mark Dalgleish at Saxton Recruitment on (phone number removed). Key Roles - Senior Estimator / Estimator Building Partnerships
Feb 12, 2025
Full time
Senior Estimator - Canada Senior Estimator - are you a Senior Estimator looking to take your career overseas? We are partnering with one of North America's major construction contractors to appoint a Senior Estimator (x2) to be based in Vancouver and Toronto. Why Apply: This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Estimator to join one of Canada's longest standing building contractors; with a turnover of $4bn, our client has been providing construction services to an impressive list of public and private sector clients since the 1920's. You will join a successful team delivering commercial, healthcare, education, industrial, manufacturing, distribution, infrastructure, life sciences, sports and leisure projects ranging from $50m - $100m+. The Senior Estimator is a 'key position' and leads the estimating team on higher complexity projects and may also be solely responsible for estimating more complex projects We are recruiting Senior Estimators for the Western Region based in Vancouver and the Eastern Region based in Toronto. Vancouver is a major coastal city, complete with beach, mountains and snow sports - and frequently ranks highly as one of the 'World's Most Liveable Cities'. Toronto is listed as one of the 'World's Best Cities to Live' pretty much every year - it's a clean, safe, family-friendly city filled with natural landscapes and vibrant construction market. Our client will also offer a relocation package ranging between $15K - $25K (tax-free) depending on the amount of people relocating. Key Benefits: - Vancouver & Toronto listed as some of the 'World's Best Cities to Live' - Excellent opportunities for progression and work life / balance - Opportunity to relocate with a leading Tier 1 contractor - Full order book for 2025 / 2026 / 2027 Requirements: - Experience working as an Estimator / Senior Estimator on D&B projects - Experience interpreting all tender documents completing costings - Experience working for Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractor - Willing and able to relocate to Canada Responsibilities & Duties: - Set-up and complete estimates in company standard estimating program - Complete estimate quantification and costing of works - Identify and propose project risk and cost mitigation - Analyse subcontractor bids for irregularities The Package: - Basic salary of $158K - $165K ( 88K - 92K GBP) - Profit Related Company Bonus (Up to 20%) - Tax free relocation package ($15K - $25K) - Great company pension scheme To qualify for the higher rate of pay you must be able to demonstrate a track record winning D&B projects as a Senior Estimator for a Tier 1 or Tier 2 contactor. For any further information on this Senior Estimator vacancy please apply with your CV attached or contact Mark Dalgleish at Saxton Recruitment on (phone number removed). Key Roles - Senior Estimator / Estimator Building Partnerships
Job Title: Small Works Manager Location: Peterborough Salary: 37,500 - 50,000 per annum plus bonus Job type: Full Time, Permanent About us: Westone Housing Ltd are a building and property conversion and repair company based in Peterborough. Using our own employed trades and approved contractors Westone carries out property reinstatement and rebuild services in the insurance industry plus conversions and improvements in both residential and commercial property markets. About the Role: We have an opportunity for an experienced and capable Project Manager to join our growing business. Your place of work will be the Westone Housing Headquarters but you will be required to attend sites within its operating territory. The primary role of the Project Manager is to ensure the ongoing projects are run efficiently and profitably. Working within our Insurance Projects Department the Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing varying sized Commercial, Residential and Industrial projects of a construction or refurbishment nature on a daily basis. You will need to ensure contractual conditions are being followed, the most critical, being that all work is completed to a high standard in a safe working environment within the programme and to the total satisfaction of the client. Customer and Client focus being key to success. Key Responsibilities and Duties: Project management of a project from inception to completion Recruiting new tradesmen to help facilitate your pipeline of project Help define project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders Support the development of full-scale project plans and associated communications documents Ensuring project compliance to CDM Regs Monitoring performance to meet KPI's Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis Complete site surveys & designing plans to meet recommendations Estimating Draft and submit budget proposals and recommend subsequent budget changes where necessary Raise & submit change orders for projects to clients Complete client facing meetings, presenting performance data About you: Qualifications and Skills: Experience of contract/project management and building/quantity surveying Possess good leadership ability and work well as part of a team Self-motivated, proactive with positive can-do attitude. Highly organised and excellent communicator. Someone who takes any problems or issues and deals with them promptly and without hesitation Good understanding of I.T systems, online databases and image management Full Driving license Benefits: Competitive Salary 20 days holiday per year plus bank holidays Performance Bonus - Profit related Company pension scheme Cycle to work scheme Benefits Hub discounts on retailers, days out, restaurants, holidays and more Funded qualifications Please click on the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role. Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; Project Estimator, Construction Project Manager, Surveying, Material Purchasing, Estimator, Project Coordinator, Construction Estimator, Supplier Procurement, Small Works Manager, Building Contract Manager, Building Surveying, Small Works Coordinator, Insurance Claims, Claims Technician, Claims Handler, Property Insurance, Insurance Assessor, may also be considered for this role.
Feb 07, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Small Works Manager Location: Peterborough Salary: 37,500 - 50,000 per annum plus bonus Job type: Full Time, Permanent About us: Westone Housing Ltd are a building and property conversion and repair company based in Peterborough. Using our own employed trades and approved contractors Westone carries out property reinstatement and rebuild services in the insurance industry plus conversions and improvements in both residential and commercial property markets. About the Role: We have an opportunity for an experienced and capable Project Manager to join our growing business. Your place of work will be the Westone Housing Headquarters but you will be required to attend sites within its operating territory. The primary role of the Project Manager is to ensure the ongoing projects are run efficiently and profitably. Working within our Insurance Projects Department the Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing varying sized Commercial, Residential and Industrial projects of a construction or refurbishment nature on a daily basis. You will need to ensure contractual conditions are being followed, the most critical, being that all work is completed to a high standard in a safe working environment within the programme and to the total satisfaction of the client. Customer and Client focus being key to success. Key Responsibilities and Duties: Project management of a project from inception to completion Recruiting new tradesmen to help facilitate your pipeline of project Help define project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders Support the development of full-scale project plans and associated communications documents Ensuring project compliance to CDM Regs Monitoring performance to meet KPI's Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis Complete site surveys & designing plans to meet recommendations Estimating Draft and submit budget proposals and recommend subsequent budget changes where necessary Raise & submit change orders for projects to clients Complete client facing meetings, presenting performance data About you: Qualifications and Skills: Experience of contract/project management and building/quantity surveying Possess good leadership ability and work well as part of a team Self-motivated, proactive with positive can-do attitude. Highly organised and excellent communicator. Someone who takes any problems or issues and deals with them promptly and without hesitation Good understanding of I.T systems, online databases and image management Full Driving license Benefits: Competitive Salary 20 days holiday per year plus bank holidays Performance Bonus - Profit related Company pension scheme Cycle to work scheme Benefits Hub discounts on retailers, days out, restaurants, holidays and more Funded qualifications Please click on the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role. Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; Project Estimator, Construction Project Manager, Surveying, Material Purchasing, Estimator, Project Coordinator, Construction Estimator, Supplier Procurement, Small Works Manager, Building Contract Manager, Building Surveying, Small Works Coordinator, Insurance Claims, Claims Technician, Claims Handler, Property Insurance, Insurance Assessor, may also be considered for this role.
Job title: Senior Estimator Salary: 70,000 - 80,000 (DOE) + Car Allowance Location: Kent Repairs & Maintenance We are on the lookout for a Senior Estimator to come and join the Refurbishment Team. We are looking for candidates that have experience of working within a main contractor on Social Housing refurbishment projects, partnerships and frameworks. The ideal candidate will already be managing individual tenders up to the value of 10m. Responsibilities: Ensure the contractors HSE&Q standards, operating processes, company policies and all legislative requirements are adhered to at all times. Manage the coordination and preparation of tender documentation. Develop awareness of clients' processes and procedures for bid evaluation. Effectively plan tender documentation and pricing information. Prepare tenders from architect's drawings, specifications, bill of quantities, pre-priced schedule of rates supplied by the client. Understand business development and the bidding market place including competitor environment and market forces (regional variation). Attend meetings and assist in preparation of contract mobilisation plans and provide insight into the details of the tender. Manage tender process to seek and establish project prices from sub-contractors. Evaluate, engage and negotiate on price documents, assess for accuracy and confirm best value on price and service quality. Qualifications: Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent. Minimum 5 years Quantity Surveyor or Estimator experience is desirable. Advanced skills in Microsoft Office particularly Excel and keen to extend knowledge on software packages. Good data interrogation skills Organisation and project management skills, able to prioritise. Working knowledge of marketing and economic factors. Sound knowledge of building construction/maintenance techniques and materials. Good legal/contractual knowledge Valid driving licence
Feb 07, 2025
Full time
Job title: Senior Estimator Salary: 70,000 - 80,000 (DOE) + Car Allowance Location: Kent Repairs & Maintenance We are on the lookout for a Senior Estimator to come and join the Refurbishment Team. We are looking for candidates that have experience of working within a main contractor on Social Housing refurbishment projects, partnerships and frameworks. The ideal candidate will already be managing individual tenders up to the value of 10m. Responsibilities: Ensure the contractors HSE&Q standards, operating processes, company policies and all legislative requirements are adhered to at all times. Manage the coordination and preparation of tender documentation. Develop awareness of clients' processes and procedures for bid evaluation. Effectively plan tender documentation and pricing information. Prepare tenders from architect's drawings, specifications, bill of quantities, pre-priced schedule of rates supplied by the client. Understand business development and the bidding market place including competitor environment and market forces (regional variation). Attend meetings and assist in preparation of contract mobilisation plans and provide insight into the details of the tender. Manage tender process to seek and establish project prices from sub-contractors. Evaluate, engage and negotiate on price documents, assess for accuracy and confirm best value on price and service quality. Qualifications: Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent. Minimum 5 years Quantity Surveyor or Estimator experience is desirable. Advanced skills in Microsoft Office particularly Excel and keen to extend knowledge on software packages. Good data interrogation skills Organisation and project management skills, able to prioritise. Working knowledge of marketing and economic factors. Sound knowledge of building construction/maintenance techniques and materials. Good legal/contractual knowledge Valid driving licence
Senior Estimator - Social Housing - Reactive Maintenance 85K - 95K + Benefits London/Hybrid We are working with a Social Housing Contractor to find a successful and proactive Estimator to join their team. Working alongside the Bid Team and Business Development team, you will manage the pricing programme on multiple bids, working to the individual timescale required of each bid, take responsibility for pricing winning reactive maintenance tenders for housing associations, local councils and RSL's. Estimator Responsibilities: Undertake the preparation of tenders/bids/budget proposals allocated by the Tendering Manager / Estimating Director for presentation to the relevant directors for final settlement. Provide all information necessary for inclusion within the written bid submission. Liaise with subcontractors/suppliers to obtain competitive/accurate quotations for specialist elements of the works. Visit prospective projects to verify information contained within clients contract documentation and obtain any further information required to produce the tender. Liaise with the Programme Manager to ensure all necessary information is provided for the production of the final tender programme. Attend pre-contract handover meetings, all necessary bid meetings and client meetings as requested throughout the tender process. Estimator Experience: You will have a proven track record of producing the commercial pricing for multi million bid submissions working within Social Housing reactive maintenance markets. Understanding of various forms of Procurement Process - including 2 stage tenders. Knowledge of system estimating software. Highlighting tender risk & opportunities - Practical, Commercial & Contractual. Preparation of notes and clarifications for tender submissions. Demonstrate ability in the pricing of tender Preliminaries. Ability to resource the tender through in-depth experience of Supply Chain capacity. Stable career history. You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believes the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the groups success. I will look forward to hearing from you. Please apply online now! Or call Paul on (phone number removed) for more information. Applications If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV. Alternatively contact us on (phone number removed). Howells are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. Howells acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.
Feb 06, 2025
Full time
Senior Estimator - Social Housing - Reactive Maintenance 85K - 95K + Benefits London/Hybrid We are working with a Social Housing Contractor to find a successful and proactive Estimator to join their team. Working alongside the Bid Team and Business Development team, you will manage the pricing programme on multiple bids, working to the individual timescale required of each bid, take responsibility for pricing winning reactive maintenance tenders for housing associations, local councils and RSL's. Estimator Responsibilities: Undertake the preparation of tenders/bids/budget proposals allocated by the Tendering Manager / Estimating Director for presentation to the relevant directors for final settlement. Provide all information necessary for inclusion within the written bid submission. Liaise with subcontractors/suppliers to obtain competitive/accurate quotations for specialist elements of the works. Visit prospective projects to verify information contained within clients contract documentation and obtain any further information required to produce the tender. Liaise with the Programme Manager to ensure all necessary information is provided for the production of the final tender programme. Attend pre-contract handover meetings, all necessary bid meetings and client meetings as requested throughout the tender process. Estimator Experience: You will have a proven track record of producing the commercial pricing for multi million bid submissions working within Social Housing reactive maintenance markets. Understanding of various forms of Procurement Process - including 2 stage tenders. Knowledge of system estimating software. Highlighting tender risk & opportunities - Practical, Commercial & Contractual. Preparation of notes and clarifications for tender submissions. Demonstrate ability in the pricing of tender Preliminaries. Ability to resource the tender through in-depth experience of Supply Chain capacity. Stable career history. You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believes the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the groups success. I will look forward to hearing from you. Please apply online now! Or call Paul on (phone number removed) for more information. Applications If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV. Alternatively contact us on (phone number removed). Howells are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. Howells acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.
The Company A well-established regional construction contractor dedicated to developing high standard luxury schemes to ensure client satisfaction, specialising in residential care homes. They have up to 15 years' experience within the industry and hold a knowledgeable perspective on a large range of services. They hold a successful track record of delivering prestigious projects to an exceptional industry standard. The Project As a highly experienced Estimator, you will play a key role as a part of the commercial team working across a range of projects in the care home and later-living accommodation sectors. Your responsibilities will include accurately estimating project costs by assessing labour, materials, and equipment requirements. You will also manage project budgets, revise estimates as needed, and ensure that all cost assessments meet client specifications, deadlines, and industry standards for high-quality, sustainable care facilities. Requirements For this role it is essential that you carry the following professional qualifications as a minimum; Industry relevant qualification RICS Membership It is also essential that you hold the experience below; A demonstrated track record of working on various commercial and residential projects for well-established contractors Extensive experience within the industry with minimum of 5 years working in an Estimating role Additional skills; Analytical thinking Strong negotiation capabilities Efficient time management abilities A deep understanding of construction practices, regulations, and cost factors Strong communication abilities, written and verbal with an excellent attention to detail In-depth understanding of the estimating process, using computerized analytical systems to create accurate project cost estimates Proficient in utilising the Microsoft Office suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, to enhance efficiency and support project tasks The Role Job Title: Estimator Job Type: Permanent Project: Various Residential Developments Location: East Riding of Yorkshire Reporting to: Senior Contracts Manager Duties Commercial reporting Assist with procurement Specification analysis & review Preparation and submission of tenders Adjudicating tenders within agreed limits Preparing bill of quantity / pricing documentation Reviewing enquiry returns / checking compliance Collection of pricing elements to form tender sum Identified commercial opportunities within projects Requesting quotations from subcontractors and suppliers Contributing to the design process and scope gap analysis Preparing and sending out sub-contract and materials enquiries Carry out take offs from drawings to assist with order placement Propose and implement the preconstruction cost budget for projects Measuring and taking off quantities from drawings - electronic and paper Developing and building relationships that support growth in the business unit Development of Supply Chain & Supplier relations to assist in optimising commercial position Responsible for compilation of preliminary workbooks and coordination of this with Operations leads Managing the preparation of more than one tender at any one time (depending on size and complexity) Overseeing the estimating and proposals teams and manage bids that are commercially sound and high quality submissions Preparing estimates to meet project goals, such as setting work hours, sequencing tasks, obtaining materials, and securing the best deals with vendors and subcontractors This is a permanent position with an excellent salary on offer for the successful candidate. For more information or to apply please contact James Shorte - Associate Director or Emily O'Grady - Executive Senior Resourcer at Caval on (phone number removed)
Feb 06, 2025
Full time
The Company A well-established regional construction contractor dedicated to developing high standard luxury schemes to ensure client satisfaction, specialising in residential care homes. They have up to 15 years' experience within the industry and hold a knowledgeable perspective on a large range of services. They hold a successful track record of delivering prestigious projects to an exceptional industry standard. The Project As a highly experienced Estimator, you will play a key role as a part of the commercial team working across a range of projects in the care home and later-living accommodation sectors. Your responsibilities will include accurately estimating project costs by assessing labour, materials, and equipment requirements. You will also manage project budgets, revise estimates as needed, and ensure that all cost assessments meet client specifications, deadlines, and industry standards for high-quality, sustainable care facilities. Requirements For this role it is essential that you carry the following professional qualifications as a minimum; Industry relevant qualification RICS Membership It is also essential that you hold the experience below; A demonstrated track record of working on various commercial and residential projects for well-established contractors Extensive experience within the industry with minimum of 5 years working in an Estimating role Additional skills; Analytical thinking Strong negotiation capabilities Efficient time management abilities A deep understanding of construction practices, regulations, and cost factors Strong communication abilities, written and verbal with an excellent attention to detail In-depth understanding of the estimating process, using computerized analytical systems to create accurate project cost estimates Proficient in utilising the Microsoft Office suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, to enhance efficiency and support project tasks The Role Job Title: Estimator Job Type: Permanent Project: Various Residential Developments Location: East Riding of Yorkshire Reporting to: Senior Contracts Manager Duties Commercial reporting Assist with procurement Specification analysis & review Preparation and submission of tenders Adjudicating tenders within agreed limits Preparing bill of quantity / pricing documentation Reviewing enquiry returns / checking compliance Collection of pricing elements to form tender sum Identified commercial opportunities within projects Requesting quotations from subcontractors and suppliers Contributing to the design process and scope gap analysis Preparing and sending out sub-contract and materials enquiries Carry out take offs from drawings to assist with order placement Propose and implement the preconstruction cost budget for projects Measuring and taking off quantities from drawings - electronic and paper Developing and building relationships that support growth in the business unit Development of Supply Chain & Supplier relations to assist in optimising commercial position Responsible for compilation of preliminary workbooks and coordination of this with Operations leads Managing the preparation of more than one tender at any one time (depending on size and complexity) Overseeing the estimating and proposals teams and manage bids that are commercially sound and high quality submissions Preparing estimates to meet project goals, such as setting work hours, sequencing tasks, obtaining materials, and securing the best deals with vendors and subcontractors This is a permanent position with an excellent salary on offer for the successful candidate. For more information or to apply please contact James Shorte - Associate Director or Emily O'Grady - Executive Senior Resourcer at Caval on (phone number removed)
The Company A privately owned Main Contractor based in West Yorkshire with a track record of being a large employer within the local area. At current, they operate across multiple work streams including Residential, Leisure, Commercial & Retail sectors with projects valued from 100k - 2.5m+ . The Role Quantity Surveyor / Estimator supporting the commercial team in delivering New Build & Refurbishment projects across Yorkshire ranging in value ( 100k - 2.5m+) . Experience, Knowledge & Qualifications As the Quantity Surveyor / Estimator , you must possess the following; 5+ years ' experience working as a Quantity Surveyor Experience of pricing Residential, Leisure, Commercial & Retail projects Knowledge of new build and refurbishment projects with values ranging between 100k and 2.5m Good communicator, able to deal with a range of people, tasks and obligations Well organised, self-starter, able to implement procedures and effectively manage all aspects of the works Commercial knowledge and ability to negotiate terms with a range of parties Duties Submission of interim payment applications Preparation of monthly cost and value reconciliation reports / Project cost control Assisting with all commercial aspects of allocated projects Preparation and submission of interim valuations Manage and value variations Attend meetings for the agreement of final accounts Post contract liaison with clients Sub-contract negotiation and letting Joint responsibility of managing contract costs including payments to sub-contractors Preparation of monthly cost and value reconciliation reports Assist with the management of contractual documentation and letters / Understanding of sub-contracts Placing sub-contract orders This is a Permanent position with a competitive salary ( 50,000 - 60,000 + Package ) on offer for the successful candidate. For more information or to apply please contact Cameron Lally - Senior Resorucer - Caval Ltd - (phone number removed)
Feb 05, 2025
Full time
The Company A privately owned Main Contractor based in West Yorkshire with a track record of being a large employer within the local area. At current, they operate across multiple work streams including Residential, Leisure, Commercial & Retail sectors with projects valued from 100k - 2.5m+ . The Role Quantity Surveyor / Estimator supporting the commercial team in delivering New Build & Refurbishment projects across Yorkshire ranging in value ( 100k - 2.5m+) . Experience, Knowledge & Qualifications As the Quantity Surveyor / Estimator , you must possess the following; 5+ years ' experience working as a Quantity Surveyor Experience of pricing Residential, Leisure, Commercial & Retail projects Knowledge of new build and refurbishment projects with values ranging between 100k and 2.5m Good communicator, able to deal with a range of people, tasks and obligations Well organised, self-starter, able to implement procedures and effectively manage all aspects of the works Commercial knowledge and ability to negotiate terms with a range of parties Duties Submission of interim payment applications Preparation of monthly cost and value reconciliation reports / Project cost control Assisting with all commercial aspects of allocated projects Preparation and submission of interim valuations Manage and value variations Attend meetings for the agreement of final accounts Post contract liaison with clients Sub-contract negotiation and letting Joint responsibility of managing contract costs including payments to sub-contractors Preparation of monthly cost and value reconciliation reports Assist with the management of contractual documentation and letters / Understanding of sub-contracts Placing sub-contract orders This is a Permanent position with a competitive salary ( 50,000 - 60,000 + Package ) on offer for the successful candidate. For more information or to apply please contact Cameron Lally - Senior Resorucer - Caval Ltd - (phone number removed)
Senior Proposals Manager (Development Solutions) Willmott Dixon are seeking a Senior Proposals Manager (Development Solutions) to join our strategic bid team based in London (hybrid). The strategic bid team supports our ambition to grow the business by ensuring that we secure business critical national frameworks, bid for Department for Education projects and this new role of bidding for Development opportunities as part of our dedicated National Development Solutions Team. The Development Solutions team plays a pivotal role in securing long term land, development and regeneration led projects supporting the long term growth across all areas of our operational geography. Typical multi sector contracts we target and secure are circa £100m - £500m over 5 -10yrs. The main duties of this Senior Proposals Manager is to manage the quality of submissions and actively work with our Strategic Head of Proposals and the Development Solutions team to develop compelling, customer centric and strategic quality bid submissions. You will have a strong understanding of the end to end (campaign/capture - submission and lessons learnt) bidding best practice process and have an appetite for curiosity, innovation and continual learning and improvement. You'll also support creation of clear and effective customer presentations and provide creative ideas and initiatives throughout the end to end bid process. You will lead and deliver up to four bids per year, which provides an opportunity for anyone who has had enough of bid churn and wants to spread their wings and demonstrate/implement bidding best and next practice at its highest standard. Having the time to think strategically and innovatively within a team of likeminded, energetic, high performing professionals. Role Criteria You will ideally have experience as a Bid/Proposals Writer or Manager and preferably have experience within Marketing and Communications and worked in the world of land, regeneration or development. You are happy to work remotely as well as in the London office on average of 2/3 days per week depending on task/activities. You will be able to create and edit high quality written responses to achieve high quality, winning bids/submissions that meet the requirements and expectations of our customers. Knowledge and experience of the Adobe Suite, particularly InDesign is desirable, but full training will be provided if required. Experience of leading capture planning and delivering campaign and influencing strategies and plans. Experience of facilitating tender launch, win themes workshops, competitor/rival analysis, answer plan sessions, and managing the tender and quality response review process. Experience of bid writing and bid editing, creating compelling and persuasive responses. Meticulous organisational skills: management of content library and stakeholder/subject expert leadership/management. Experience of using Microsoft Office. Use of Adobe Indesign and Photoshop. UKAPMP membership and certified desirable. What you'll bring to the role Strategic, customer-focused thinking:Ability to identify key value propositions, competitive advantages and differentiators that help us stand out in the competitive bidding process, with the customer at the heart of every proposal Creativity and writing:Crafting compelling narratives and persuasive proposals is a central aspect of the job; you'll take pride in effectively communicating our response to customer needs through well written, engaging proposal content. Problem solving:It's usual to encounter complex challenges during the proposal development process, such as aligning diverse ideas from multiple stakeholders, addressing technical complexities or mitigating risks. You'll enjoy the problem-solving aspect of this role, finding solutions that meet both customer requirements and internal needs, then sharing any learning with the team and wider business. Leadership and teamwork:Our Proposals Managers work closely with cross-functional teams, including estimators, designers, engineers and subject matter experts. You'll enjoy collaborating with diverse professionals, leveraging their expertise and fostering teamwork to develop comprehensive and well-rounded proposals, while providing the team with positive leadership throughout the bid process. Bidding best practice:With a passion for ensuring bidding best and next practice on every proposal, you'll have extensive experience of storyboarding (answer planning), drafting, peer reviews, formatting and submission, and onto lessons learned and feedback analysis. Desire to learn:Our industry is dynamic and ever-evolving, with new technologies, methods, and trends emerging constantly. You'll enjoy staying updated on industry developments, learning about new innovations and implementing best practices to enhance the proposal development process. Additional Information Are you an innovator, are you curious? We are not afraid to think big and embrace innovative new ideas to make sure we deliver a better, stronger, and more personal offer and exceed our customers' expectations. Willmott Dixon embraces diversity in the workplace and will consider flexible and agile working. We are a disability confident employer.
Feb 04, 2025
Full time
Senior Proposals Manager (Development Solutions) Willmott Dixon are seeking a Senior Proposals Manager (Development Solutions) to join our strategic bid team based in London (hybrid). The strategic bid team supports our ambition to grow the business by ensuring that we secure business critical national frameworks, bid for Department for Education projects and this new role of bidding for Development opportunities as part of our dedicated National Development Solutions Team. The Development Solutions team plays a pivotal role in securing long term land, development and regeneration led projects supporting the long term growth across all areas of our operational geography. Typical multi sector contracts we target and secure are circa £100m - £500m over 5 -10yrs. The main duties of this Senior Proposals Manager is to manage the quality of submissions and actively work with our Strategic Head of Proposals and the Development Solutions team to develop compelling, customer centric and strategic quality bid submissions. You will have a strong understanding of the end to end (campaign/capture - submission and lessons learnt) bidding best practice process and have an appetite for curiosity, innovation and continual learning and improvement. You'll also support creation of clear and effective customer presentations and provide creative ideas and initiatives throughout the end to end bid process. You will lead and deliver up to four bids per year, which provides an opportunity for anyone who has had enough of bid churn and wants to spread their wings and demonstrate/implement bidding best and next practice at its highest standard. Having the time to think strategically and innovatively within a team of likeminded, energetic, high performing professionals. Role Criteria You will ideally have experience as a Bid/Proposals Writer or Manager and preferably have experience within Marketing and Communications and worked in the world of land, regeneration or development. You are happy to work remotely as well as in the London office on average of 2/3 days per week depending on task/activities. You will be able to create and edit high quality written responses to achieve high quality, winning bids/submissions that meet the requirements and expectations of our customers. Knowledge and experience of the Adobe Suite, particularly InDesign is desirable, but full training will be provided if required. Experience of leading capture planning and delivering campaign and influencing strategies and plans. Experience of facilitating tender launch, win themes workshops, competitor/rival analysis, answer plan sessions, and managing the tender and quality response review process. Experience of bid writing and bid editing, creating compelling and persuasive responses. Meticulous organisational skills: management of content library and stakeholder/subject expert leadership/management. Experience of using Microsoft Office. Use of Adobe Indesign and Photoshop. UKAPMP membership and certified desirable. What you'll bring to the role Strategic, customer-focused thinking:Ability to identify key value propositions, competitive advantages and differentiators that help us stand out in the competitive bidding process, with the customer at the heart of every proposal Creativity and writing:Crafting compelling narratives and persuasive proposals is a central aspect of the job; you'll take pride in effectively communicating our response to customer needs through well written, engaging proposal content. Problem solving:It's usual to encounter complex challenges during the proposal development process, such as aligning diverse ideas from multiple stakeholders, addressing technical complexities or mitigating risks. You'll enjoy the problem-solving aspect of this role, finding solutions that meet both customer requirements and internal needs, then sharing any learning with the team and wider business. Leadership and teamwork:Our Proposals Managers work closely with cross-functional teams, including estimators, designers, engineers and subject matter experts. You'll enjoy collaborating with diverse professionals, leveraging their expertise and fostering teamwork to develop comprehensive and well-rounded proposals, while providing the team with positive leadership throughout the bid process. Bidding best practice:With a passion for ensuring bidding best and next practice on every proposal, you'll have extensive experience of storyboarding (answer planning), drafting, peer reviews, formatting and submission, and onto lessons learned and feedback analysis. Desire to learn:Our industry is dynamic and ever-evolving, with new technologies, methods, and trends emerging constantly. You'll enjoy staying updated on industry developments, learning about new innovations and implementing best practices to enhance the proposal development process. Additional Information Are you an innovator, are you curious? We are not afraid to think big and embrace innovative new ideas to make sure we deliver a better, stronger, and more personal offer and exceed our customers' expectations. Willmott Dixon embraces diversity in the workplace and will consider flexible and agile working. We are a disability confident employer.
Assistant Estimator 25,000 - 35,000 + Car Allowance + Package Design & Build Commercial Office Interiors Sheffield, South Yorkshire Flexible and relaxed environment to work in with this business. Turnover currently 8m and a strong Q4 lined up. Very well respected staff in the industry throughout the business. The Role To provide clear, timely and accurate information, advice and reports to Commercial Team, external clients and the Board. Supporting senior members of the team in the day to day management and delivery of projects. Ensure deadlines are actively managed and progress is reported to supervisors as required. Follow the company's quality assurance process on all projects. Ensure standard documentation is used when presenting any external information. Attend, contribute and minute meetings Carry out site visits/inspections Working across a number of different projects where applicable. Undertake relevant training as required by the organisation. Completion of weekly timesheets. Demonstrate effective project management skills in all tasks. Meet or exceed target efficiency percentage for billable hours.
Feb 04, 2025
Full time
Assistant Estimator 25,000 - 35,000 + Car Allowance + Package Design & Build Commercial Office Interiors Sheffield, South Yorkshire Flexible and relaxed environment to work in with this business. Turnover currently 8m and a strong Q4 lined up. Very well respected staff in the industry throughout the business. The Role To provide clear, timely and accurate information, advice and reports to Commercial Team, external clients and the Board. Supporting senior members of the team in the day to day management and delivery of projects. Ensure deadlines are actively managed and progress is reported to supervisors as required. Follow the company's quality assurance process on all projects. Ensure standard documentation is used when presenting any external information. Attend, contribute and minute meetings Carry out site visits/inspections Working across a number of different projects where applicable. Undertake relevant training as required by the organisation. Completion of weekly timesheets. Demonstrate effective project management skills in all tasks. Meet or exceed target efficiency percentage for billable hours.
Electrical Estimator This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Electrical Estimator to join a leading and highly-respected Mechanical and Electrical Building Services contractor. Predominantly operating within the commercial fit out sector, the company provide a full range of Mechanical and Electrical services with typical project values ranging from 100k up to 4m. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Electrical Estimator to join their estimating team. Key Responsibilities: Tendering electrical projects ranging from 100,000 up to 4,000,000 Analyse project specifications, drawings, and related documents to ascertain the scope of work and necessary materials Conduct thorough analysis of project requirements to identify potential cost-saving opportunities Collaborate with project managers and the pre-construction team to gather relevant information for accurate estimates Review and assess bids and quotes from suppliers and subcontractors to secure competitive pricing Maintain and update a database of cost estimates and historical project data Assist in the preparation of bids and proposals for new projects Salary and Benefits Package on offer for the position of Electrical Estimator include: Base salary: 70,000 - 80,000 depending on experience Hybrid Working option Annual Bonus Private Healthcare Pension options Company events Phone and Laptop Training and Development opportunities The company also provide a very enjoyable, supportive, and rewarding working environment, as well as genuine career progression opportunities. If you would like to be considered for this position of Electrical Estimator, please apply online, or contact Rob Green at David Leslie Ltd. Electrical Estimator Senior Electrical Estimator
Feb 04, 2025
Full time
Electrical Estimator This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Electrical Estimator to join a leading and highly-respected Mechanical and Electrical Building Services contractor. Predominantly operating within the commercial fit out sector, the company provide a full range of Mechanical and Electrical services with typical project values ranging from 100k up to 4m. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Electrical Estimator to join their estimating team. Key Responsibilities: Tendering electrical projects ranging from 100,000 up to 4,000,000 Analyse project specifications, drawings, and related documents to ascertain the scope of work and necessary materials Conduct thorough analysis of project requirements to identify potential cost-saving opportunities Collaborate with project managers and the pre-construction team to gather relevant information for accurate estimates Review and assess bids and quotes from suppliers and subcontractors to secure competitive pricing Maintain and update a database of cost estimates and historical project data Assist in the preparation of bids and proposals for new projects Salary and Benefits Package on offer for the position of Electrical Estimator include: Base salary: 70,000 - 80,000 depending on experience Hybrid Working option Annual Bonus Private Healthcare Pension options Company events Phone and Laptop Training and Development opportunities The company also provide a very enjoyable, supportive, and rewarding working environment, as well as genuine career progression opportunities. If you would like to be considered for this position of Electrical Estimator, please apply online, or contact Rob Green at David Leslie Ltd. Electrical Estimator Senior Electrical Estimator
Estimator 30,000 - 50,000 + Car Allowance + Package Design & Build Commercial Office Interiors Sheffield, South Yorkshire Flexible and relaxed environment to work in with this business. Turnover currently 8m and a strong Q4 lined up. Very well respected staff in the industry throughout the business. The Role To provide clear, timely and accurate information, advice and reports to Commercial Team, external clients and the Board. Supporting senior members of the team in the day to day management and delivery of projects. Ensure deadlines are actively managed and progress is reported to supervisors as required. Follow the company's quality assurance process on all projects. Ensure standard documentation is used when presenting any external information. Attend, contribute and minute meetings Carry out site visits/inspections Working across a number of different projects where applicable. Undertake relevant training as required by the organisation. Completion of weekly timesheets. Demonstrate effective project management skills in all tasks. Meet or exceed target efficiency percentage for billable hours.
Feb 04, 2025
Full time
Estimator 30,000 - 50,000 + Car Allowance + Package Design & Build Commercial Office Interiors Sheffield, South Yorkshire Flexible and relaxed environment to work in with this business. Turnover currently 8m and a strong Q4 lined up. Very well respected staff in the industry throughout the business. The Role To provide clear, timely and accurate information, advice and reports to Commercial Team, external clients and the Board. Supporting senior members of the team in the day to day management and delivery of projects. Ensure deadlines are actively managed and progress is reported to supervisors as required. Follow the company's quality assurance process on all projects. Ensure standard documentation is used when presenting any external information. Attend, contribute and minute meetings Carry out site visits/inspections Working across a number of different projects where applicable. Undertake relevant training as required by the organisation. Completion of weekly timesheets. Demonstrate effective project management skills in all tasks. Meet or exceed target efficiency percentage for billable hours.
My Client a huge name within the Social Housing Market are looking for a Senior Estimator to work within their refurbishment team. You will be part of the Estimating team as the Senior Estimator. This is a company that is growing with endless opportunities for the right candidate. If you have experience of working within a main contractor on Social Housing refurbishment projects then this could be the role for you! Job Description Managing tenders of upto 20 million Producing tenders Ensuring all HSE&Q standards are implemented and adhered to at all times Proactively taking the lead in preparing quantitative tenders and bid submissions Ensure timely and accurate preparation of tender documentation and pricing information is of the highest quality for submission Prepare builders quantities from drawings and specifications Work closely with other teams to develop and build relationships Qualifications/Skills Relevant degree or equivalent Minimum of 5 years Estimator experience Proven track record of wining profitable work Good understanding of business development Advanced skills in MS Office including Excel and Software packages Logical and methodical Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team Strong practical knowledge of construction work types and methods To be considered for this role please send your CV now!
Jan 31, 2025
Full time
My Client a huge name within the Social Housing Market are looking for a Senior Estimator to work within their refurbishment team. You will be part of the Estimating team as the Senior Estimator. This is a company that is growing with endless opportunities for the right candidate. If you have experience of working within a main contractor on Social Housing refurbishment projects then this could be the role for you! Job Description Managing tenders of upto 20 million Producing tenders Ensuring all HSE&Q standards are implemented and adhered to at all times Proactively taking the lead in preparing quantitative tenders and bid submissions Ensure timely and accurate preparation of tender documentation and pricing information is of the highest quality for submission Prepare builders quantities from drawings and specifications Work closely with other teams to develop and build relationships Qualifications/Skills Relevant degree or equivalent Minimum of 5 years Estimator experience Proven track record of wining profitable work Good understanding of business development Advanced skills in MS Office including Excel and Software packages Logical and methodical Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team Strong practical knowledge of construction work types and methods To be considered for this role please send your CV now!
Job Role: Estimator Location: East Yorkshire Salary: 40,000/ 45,000 + Package (D.O.E) Our client a regional contractor are seeking to appoint an Estimator on a permanent basis to cover schemes between the value of 50K- 10m within the public & private sectors. Job Description: Prepares and estimates budget costs for construction by studying plans and specifications. Evaluates offers to purchase by site requirements, additions, and costing changes. Resolves cost differences by analyzing and collecting info. Writes up and presents budgets, reports, and project plans. Develops bids for construction projects. Works closely with architects and other professionals. Schedules meetings with clients, site managers, and staff. Navigates and understands building codes. Processes paperwork and travels to building sites as required. Monitors construction processes. Stays up to date with safety codes and improvements in construction. Offering a generous benefits package and work alongside some senior personnel within the business, this is a great opportunity to join a company with a healthy pipeline of works in the region. Please call Ryan Recruitment for a confidential chat
Jan 31, 2025
Full time
Job Role: Estimator Location: East Yorkshire Salary: 40,000/ 45,000 + Package (D.O.E) Our client a regional contractor are seeking to appoint an Estimator on a permanent basis to cover schemes between the value of 50K- 10m within the public & private sectors. Job Description: Prepares and estimates budget costs for construction by studying plans and specifications. Evaluates offers to purchase by site requirements, additions, and costing changes. Resolves cost differences by analyzing and collecting info. Writes up and presents budgets, reports, and project plans. Develops bids for construction projects. Works closely with architects and other professionals. Schedules meetings with clients, site managers, and staff. Navigates and understands building codes. Processes paperwork and travels to building sites as required. Monitors construction processes. Stays up to date with safety codes and improvements in construction. Offering a generous benefits package and work alongside some senior personnel within the business, this is a great opportunity to join a company with a healthy pipeline of works in the region. Please call Ryan Recruitment for a confidential chat
PPM Recruitment are currently on the lookout for a senior Estimator for one of our clients based in Leeds with a background in Construction and Civil engineering Duties Working under the direction, guidance, and supervision of the Pre-Contracts Manager (PCM) Role requires assisting with quantity take-off for tender preparations Undertake site visits to assist with tender preparations Issue enquiries through tender stage for materials and sub-contracts Complete tenders for small/medium projects under guidance of PCM Producing material schedules and sub-contractor BoQs for Operations Teams from successful tenders Skills: Please note the salary is negotiable for the right candidate to apply please email
Jan 29, 2025
Full time
PPM Recruitment are currently on the lookout for a senior Estimator for one of our clients based in Leeds with a background in Construction and Civil engineering Duties Working under the direction, guidance, and supervision of the Pre-Contracts Manager (PCM) Role requires assisting with quantity take-off for tender preparations Undertake site visits to assist with tender preparations Issue enquiries through tender stage for materials and sub-contracts Complete tenders for small/medium projects under guidance of PCM Producing material schedules and sub-contractor BoQs for Operations Teams from successful tenders Skills: Please note the salary is negotiable for the right candidate to apply please email