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Estimator Location: Bristol Salary: £50000 - £60000 My client is a leading independently owned Construction Company, operating across the UK and Ireland. They are passionate about delivering quality projects and client satisfaction; and always deliver on their promises and ensure excellence in all that they do. They currently undertaking a variety of large-scale projects between with contract values ranging from £0.5m - £30m and have very impressive growth plans throughout 2017/2018. Purpose of Role: My client has secured exceptional and landmark projects across a broad range of sectors, reflecting our depth of resource and expertise to deliver solution based contracts. Based across various sites within London, our Quantity Surveyors (QS) play a vital role in the success of these projects; responsible for the effective management of the commercial function of their site/s. Main Responsibilities: The job as Senior Estimator, reporting to Commercial Director focussing on £Multi-M kudos projects in civil and structural projects in South West.  Have great potential for career advancement & promotions. The job purpose is ensuring tenders aid in meeting business objectives through preparation and delivery of financially robust bids.  More specifically capturing client requirements, prepare preliminaries, estimate costs, bid management, tender adjudication, value engineering, assess & award sub-contractors, and foster productive relationships internally & externally. The Role Responsible for preparation of Tender submissions for Civil Engineering projects Analyse subcontract, material and plant for best and complete value Attend mid and post tender interviews * Cost planning Measuring & ‘Quantity Take-Off’ Produce price & final summary for review Any other duties as may be required. Experience/ Key Skills Preferably degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering or equivalent Experienced in working to SMM7, with knowledge of NRM2 Ideally experienced in using CAD measuring systems Causeway would be an advantage but training will be given to the suitable candidate. Sound commercial acumen A confident communicator with all members of staff; a team player. You must have excellent interpersonal skills; maintain good working relationships with colleagues, clients, and suppliers and have a personable character. Excellent organisational skills and ability to adhere to strict deadlines on a daily & weekly basis Benefits/ Details 37.5hour week. Monday - Thursday, 09.00am to 5.30pm (1 hour lunch). Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm (½ hour lunch). 26* days holiday. Please note, there is an annual Christmas shutdown, staff are required to hold days from their entitlement for this period. (*Plus 8 days Bank Holidays) Staff car park is currently available at our Office. Annual discretionary bonus scheme To apply, please send over your CV to the Recruitment team.  

  Estimator/Surveyor (Roofing) - Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire  £40-60K + Pension + Healthcare + Benefits Permanent   You will be working within a small Head Office based team in Ware in Hertfordshire and will be a key team member. You will be expected to work closely with the existing team and to provide support by using initiative and drive to bring tasks to a satisfactory and effective conclusion. A proactive approach will be required at all times.Travel to sites/clients will be required as and when applicable and if fully expensed.   To produce priced tenders that are accurate, clearly detailed, competitive and returned within deadlines. Maintain good relationships with prospective clients and professionals to promote further tender invitations and provide clearly identified price build ups to the Contract team.   Responsibilities include:   Tenders Carefully inspect tender documentation. Identify areas that may have contractual implications. Provide a detailed Take off and Bill of Quantities (BQ) using Excel Work on traditional Plan and Specification and Design and Build Contracts. Send out enquiries to suppliers Assess individual rates and prices, amend, create new or insert from material and subcontract quotes. Assess construction sequence and methods to determine the specific preliminary requirements.   Meetings Attend pre and post-tender meetings with clients   Handover Prepare pre-start project package for site management and QS Collate drawings and specifications ready for use on site Ensure products ordered and compliant with project specifications Provide information to in-house architect Price and agree variations to contract   Essential Sought: Estimator specialising in Pitched & Flat roofs within Commercial, Industrial nd Domestic Estimating project ranges from £10K - £3M Managing tenders to contract stage and handover   Skills Sought: Previous experience in a similar environment Knowledge of building, material components, building regulations, estimating (including taking off) and H&S PC skills; Outlook, Word, Excel Knowledge of contractual procedures and responsibilities Good negotiation and communication skills Highly numerate with strong analytical and reasoning abilities Good organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to prioritise Confident and resourceful with ability to work alone or within a team Driving licence and car owner.

My client is a well-established/leading plumbing and heating contractor, supporting successful residential new build projects across the Kent area. They are looking for an individual who prepares cost estimates for plumbing and heating implementations for new build residential projects, projects ranging from £50k - £1.6m. The chosen estimator must rely on the use of construction plans and their own experience in the industry to prepare and analyze project budgets and spending. The right Candidates should have strong math and analytical skills, as well as an eye for detail and communication skills. Much of the information used in estimating comes from construction drawings, it is critical that an estimator can read and understand the drawings. To help with cost analysis, it is also helpful to have extensive experience in the industry. The right Candidate should have strong communication and interpersonal skills to coordinate effectively with team members The right Candidate should have a thorough understanding of computers, especially word processing and spreadsheet programs. Role / Responsibilities • Production of accurate prime cost for the project, Preparation & co-ordination of the full tender process, Identify areas of risk and opportunity, • Preparation of detailed quotations • Enhancing and maintaining good business relationship with internal and external parties, • Develop knowledge of market place and competitors, • Coordination with the different departments towards reaching daily objectives, • Reporting to the MD/Commercial Director • Liaising with staff and clients at all levels, Skills Required: • Have experience of estimating and general processes • On the tools plumbing and heating experience • Have a good understanding of plumbing and heating as a whole and previously put quotes together in relation to this • Strong understanding of Client Specifications and Product Standards for General Structural • Strong communication skills, very precise attention to detail • MS Office skills, competence in the use of word processing and spreadsheets • Having the drive to succeed at all times, • Can do, pro-active attitude essential Agency: UCA Consulting Contact Name: Russell Roberts Contact Email: russell@ucaconsulting.uk Telephone: 07826613230 Industry: Construction Job Type: Permanent Location: Rochester Salary: £30,000 - £40,000

Our client based in Greater London is currently looking to recruit an Estimator / Quantity Surveyor. The successful candidate needs to come from a construction background and ideally with both refurbishment and new build experience. As well as estimating, the role will involve quantity surveying duties post contract award. The ability to be flexible and work as part of a team are essential. Job description Log tenders onto data base Read through and carry out brief risk assessment and report to directors Send out subcontract enquiries Send out materials and specialist supplier enquiries Carry out take-off if required Price the works Carry out site visit Produce approximate programme Produce Logistics Assemble information for Tender Submission with risk assessment Provide tender analysis and report for Directors adjudication Provide Tender Qualification letter Submit tender Obtain results With Contracts Manager, provide support if tender goes live with subcontract buying, material buying etc. QS Carry out post contract duties – Site visits where required Valuations Sub, contract valuations and payment recommendations Cost/Value Variations Provide CVR’s Cash flow Note and provide letters for EoT Claims for L&E and/on EoT. CIOB membership preferred but not essential. Minimum 10 years’ experience within the industry and particularly of working for a medium sized building contractor rather than large multinationals

Infrastructure / Civils The Role Job Overview Purpose: The Civil Engineering Estimators will be responsible for producing the commercial aspects of the tender documentation with a view to securing new business. Working within a team to meet challenging deadlines . Key Accountabilities: • Responsible for the preparation and negotiation of tender submissions • Examine incoming tenders and determine commercial potential • Determining client requirements • Measuring and quantity take-off from drawings • Producing Bills of Quantities • Sourcing pre-contract information • Analysing quotations, agreements and enquiries • Researching materials, equipment and labour costs • Collecting quotes from materials suppliers and sub-contractors • Assessing the levels of commercial risk on a project Core Competencies: • Market and customer knowledge • Commercially astute • Result and output driven • Team player • Health and safety orientated Skills, Knowledge and Experience. Experience: • Experience of working with a civil engineering contractor • Experience in working to standard methods of measurement and specifications • Experience in a variety of civil engineering projects • High understanding of construction plans • Site experience – 12 – 18 months essential • Construction estimating 12 – 18 months - essential

Estimating Manager Garforth, Leeds B-18-23k Distribution Business AutoCAD Technician/Estimating Manager required for a well-established business specialising within the distribution industry, based in the Leeds, Garforth area. The Estimating Manager will ideally have previous experience as an Estimator/ AutoCAD Technician. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic CAD Technician/Estimating Manager to join a fast paced and growing company. AutoCAD Technician/ Estimator Position Overview • Create and develop drawings through the use of AutoCAD • Prepare quotations and estimates • Liaise closely with customers on drawing specifications and estimates Estimating Manager Position Requirements • Proficient in AutoCAD • Proficient with all Microsoft office programmes – excel spread sheets, word, outlook, etc. • Familiar with the production of estimates – i.e. Cost price against selling price, discounts, percentages, etc. • An understanding of how buildings are constructed/building materials • Ability to read architectural drawings • Proficient with AutoCAD – must be able to produce manufacturing drawings • Sales/negotiation skills would be useful • Experience as an Estimator desirable • Degree qualified desirable but not essential • Have an interest in Design • Based within a commutable distance of Garforth • Full UK Driving License Package details • Salary £18k to 23k (dependant on experience) • 20 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Our client based in Coventry is currently recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor/Estimator come Project Manager to join their expanding team. As a quantity surveyor you will maintain commercial information to the contract, satisfying the needs of both the customer and our client in terms of reporting contract commercial performance. You will already be experienced as a quantity surveyor and will have a HND or Degree in Quantity Surveying (or other commercially related discipline) and you will be RICS accredited. You will be able to demonstrate a good knowledge of monthly reporting and you will have an understanding of period cost reporting and comparison with budget/forecast. Applicants must submit a detailed CV as well as a brief covering letter outlining their suitability based on the criteria below. Feedback for applications will be given towards the end of January with a fast turnaround for interviews being targeted and potential start date being targeted for early to mid February. Key Skills required : Minimum of 5 years in the fit-out sector. Must be flexible, able to work as part of Team or on own initiative. Excellent communication in English. Good computer skills Knowledge of Office, excel, word, pdf, CAD, Literate & Numerate Ability to work to deadlines. Knowledge of Contracts and Collateral Warranties Clean licence with own transport. Key Responsibilities : Client liaison Pricing, running & final accounting all projects Procurement, management & negotiations of Sub-Contractors packages. Preparation/agreeing applications and valuations Reviewing Contract information, revised information and controlling variations. Contract Administration Control of Cash Flow Record keeping Apply today

Job Title: Business Development Manager Do you like a job where: * You work hard but enjoy working with a professional and fun team? * You have variety every day? * We deliver on our promises? * Your employer is a longstanding, secure and friendly firm? Then you should apply for this role! Background Our client is a thriving company and recently celebrated their 50th year! We are looking for a Business Development Manager to join their growing team. You'll work alongside a team of estimators and quantity surveyors. Essential * An outstanding track record in finding and winning business with fantastic new clients * Knowledge of asphalt surfacing and small civil engineering services * Proactive and independent * Results driven * Driving license Job description * Identify, develop and close major opportunities * Build amazing client relationships up to director / owner level * Lead on PQQ and tender responses - with pricing support * Planning, tracking and reporting on your progress * Input and forward planning to the overall company business plan You will be the first person to hold this role in the company so will have excellent scope to find clients from the following sectors: Area, Example Targets and Notes: *Borough, Town and District Councils - Win Exclusive term maintenance conttracts - Identify which ones are coming up in the next 12 months *SE Water, Thames Water, Environment Agency, National Trust, Housing Associations, Property Agents, Universities, Hospitals, Rail, Prisons and Airports - Achieve semi-exclusive supply chain status - Research, prioritise and pursue. *Private Schools, Builders, Corporate and industrial clients - Target and win the best new clients - Rsearch, prioritise and pursue. *Developers and large building companies - Wine more complete groundworking packages - 25 house schemes are the ideal size initially. Location * You will be based at our A22 Hailsham depot but with travel required, largely within the South East Benefits * Direct employment * Pension contributions * Car allowance * Holiday pay * Sick pay * OTE £40,000-60,000 based on experience and results They are looking to get people in to interview ASAP - so apply! This advert was posted by Gold Group - one of the UK's leading niche recruitment consultancies. We span a variety of specialist industries and are the recruitment company to help you find your next career opportunity. We pride ourselves on our commitment to candidates and stick to our ethos of finding the right role for the right person. Visit our website or get in touch today to discuss this role, find out what else we've got or just for a chat about the state of your industry. Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. Please be aware that we receive a high volume of applications for every role advertised and regularly receive applications from candidates who exceed the job credentials. We will only contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview

Position: Construction Estimator Sectors: * Distribution * Education * Commercial * Residential * Health Duties & Requirements: * Working closely with senior operational managers to ensure pre-construction commercial activities are delivered. * You will be office based tendering projects up to £25m * Sustain regular, transparent & accurate reports for senior management as requested. * Proactively report risks to project as they arise * Operational reports to Director or Commercial Manager where assigned. * Minimum 10yrs experience Company Modern, forward thinking national main contractor with excellent reputation in the construction industry Salary £60,000 - £65,000 DOE + car, pension, health care, profit related bonus. Please apply with cv or call Joseph on (Apply online only) This vacancy is based in the United Kingdom. Approach Personnel only operates in the UK and can only process applications from candidates who are currently a resident and eligible to work in the UK. Whilst we will endeavour to contact you following your response due to the high volume of applications this cannot always be possible. If you have not had notification within 7 days unfortunately your application has not been successful but we will keep your details on file for future opportunities

Contracts Manager MH68987H £50-60k plus package West Yorkshire My Regional Design and Build Contractor client is currently looking for an experienced contracts manager to join its Humberside office. The role of the Contracts Manager is to plan, execute and finalise projects according to the company procedures, strict deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third party contractors and consultants in order to deliver projects according to the pre-determined programme of work. The Contracts Manager will also define the project's objectives and oversee quality control and specification throughout its manufacturing lifecycle. Key Responsibilities: Project Management * Direct and manage project development from beginning to end including but not limited to: * Manage Client Liaison and follow their processes * Meet 3rd Party Accreditation ie. FIRAS, CHAS etc * Ensure all safety matters meet with the company policy * Oversee the installation passive fire protection materials and ensure that strict specification and quality control is met * Understand and define project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals. * Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion. * Liaison with clients on an on-going basis. * Estimate the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals * Draft and submit budget proposals and recommend subsequent budget changes where necessary. * Determine and assess need for additional staff and/or consultants and make the appropriate recruitments if necessary during the project cycle. * Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and sub-contractors. * Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel. * Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team. * Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path. * Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools. * Track project milestones and deliverables, analyse results and trouble shoot problem areas. * Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation and presentations. * Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises and devise contingency plans. * Define project success criteria and disseminate them to involved parties throughout the project life cycle. * Coach, mentor and motive team members and contractors and influence them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work, * Build develop and grow any business relationships vital to the success of the project. * Conduct project post mortems and create a recommendation report in order to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements. * Develop best practices and tools for project execution and management Surveying * Ensure that valuations and final accounts are submitted on time * Ensure that all Variations and extras are charged to the client * Produce monthly cost analyses for the Managing Director and Accountant * Read and ensure that all contract particulars are to the companies advantage Estimator * Prepare and submit estimates, ensuring that the estimates are broken down into Labour / Plant/ Materials / Subcontractors and Preliminaries * Offer the client alternatives and suggestions on alternative products and way of doing things Buyer * Carry out the buying function of the company to ensure best value for money. * Introduce new produce that will be beneficial to the company and help increase businessOther duties Competencies/Skills/Knowledge: * Customer focus * Communication * Financial Focused * Decision Making * Technical Skills Previous Experience:5 years in the construction industry, covering a wide range of projects from repair and maintains to new build, values from £250k to £10,000,000. Personal Skills Required. * Good IT skills. * Good communication skills. * A working knowledge of industrial safety systems and associated regulations * Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including upper management, clients and other departments. * Must to able to learn, understand and apply new technologies * Creative and resourceful 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.Due to the vast amount of applications that we receive, it is not possible for us to contact all applicants, therefore only suitable Candidates will be contacted.Linsco are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence

An Estimator is required to work for my client based in Essex. This client is a specialist contractor within the commercial and civil engineering sector, they are regarded as the 'go to' people for architectural metalwork which has led them to work on some prestigious and award nominated projects and buildings in London. The Estimator will have worked previously within the construction industry for over one year and have computer and technical skills. The Estimator will be IT proficient as you will be working with different computer software's. The Estimator will also need to be based in the Essex area. This is a great opportunity for an Estimator looking to progress within the construction industry. Trainee Estimator Position Overview * Working alongside the Senior Estimator * Assess material, labour and equipment required for projects * Analyse different quotes from sub-contractors and suppliers * Plan job timescales * Assess all levels of risk for a project * Monitor and keep track of all stages of a project to ensure that costs are kept in line with forecasts * Maintain and build positive relationships with customers and clients. Trainee Estimator Position Requirements * At least 1 year Estimating experience * Strong technical skills * IT Proficient * CSCS card * Great knowledge of Building Regulations * Architectural metalwork experience preferable Trainee Estimator Position Remuneration * Salary £18,000 - £26,000 (DOE) * 23 days' holiday * Pension Join us on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn - Search Bennett and Game Recruitment. Bennett and Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy

Contracts Manager (Roofing Specialist Contractor MH68987H £50-60k plus package West Yorkshire My Regional Roofing Contractor client is currently looking for an experienced contracts manager to join its Yorkshire office. The role of the Contracts Manager is to plan, execute and finalise projects according to the company procedures, strict deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third party contractors and consultants in order to deliver projects according to the pre-determined programme of work. The Contracts Manager will also define the project's objectives and oversee quality control and specification throughout its manufacturing lifecycle. Key Responsibilities: Project Management * Direct and manage project development from beginning to end including but not limited to: * Manage Client Liaison and follow their processes * Meet 3rd Party Accreditation ie. FIRAS, CHAS etc * Ensure all safety matters meet with the company policy * Oversee the installation passive fire protection materials and ensure that strict specification and quality control is met * Understand and define project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals. * Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion. * Liaison with clients on an on-going basis. * Estimate the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals * Draft and submit budget proposals and recommend subsequent budget changes where necessary. * Determine and assess need for additional staff and/or consultants and make the appropriate recruitments if necessary during the project cycle. * Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and sub-contractors. * Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel. * Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team. * Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path. * Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools. * Track project milestones and deliverables, analyse results and trouble shoot problem areas. * Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation and presentations. * Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises and devise contingency plans. * Define project success criteria and disseminate them to involved parties throughout the project life cycle. * Coach, mentor and motive team members and contractors and influence them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work, * Build develop and grow any business relationships vital to the success of the project. * Conduct project post mortems and create a recommendation report in order to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements. * Develop best practices and tools for project execution and management Surveying * Ensure that valuations and final accounts are submitted on time * Ensure that all Variations and extras are charged to the client * Produce monthly cost analyses for the Managing Director and Accountant * Read and ensure that all contract particulars are to the companies advantage Estimator * Prepare and submit estimates, ensuring that the estimates are broken down into Labour / Plant/ Materials / Subcontractors and Preliminaries * Offer the client alternatives and suggestions on alternative products and way of doing things Buyer * Carry out the buying function of the company to ensure best value for money. * Introduce new produce that will be beneficial to the company and help increase businessOther duties Competencies/Skills/Knowledge: * Customer focus * Communication * Financial Focused * Decision Making * Technical Skills Previous Experience:5 years in the construction industry, covering a wide range of projects from repair and maintains to new build, values from £250k to £10,000,000. Personal Skills Required. * Good IT skills. * Good communication skills. * A working knowledge of industrial safety systems and associated regulations * Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including upper management, clients and other departments. * Must to able to learn, understand and apply new technologies * Creative and resourceful 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.Due to the vast amount of applications that we receive, it is not possible for us to contact all applicants, therefore only suitable Candidates will be contacted.Linsco are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence

We have an Estimating Manager role available with a well-established supplier of construction products. This role would ideally suit an experienced Estimating Manager, or perhaps a Branch Manager from a Builders Merchant or similar wholesaler/merchant/distributor background. The Estimating Managers role will be paying between £30k - £40k, depending on experience, and also offering an excellent all-round package. Overseeing a team of Estimators, the Estimating Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day functions of the team, working to quickly provide accurate quotes to the company's client base of Contractors, Consultants & Architects. A background working for a merchant or supplier would be preferred, ideally as a Branch Manager within Building Products, Timber, Stone, Electrical Supplies etc. If you think you'd be interested in the role, please apply ASAP! Estimating Manager Requirements: - Experience in managing a team of internal sales staff, estimators or a branch - A background from a Building Merchant, Construction Supplier or similar - Good IT skill (Excel is a MUST) - Strong communication skills - Based within a commutable distance to the West Thurrock area of Essex (Near the Lakeside shopping centre) Estimating Manager's Package: - Basic salary circa £30k - £40k - 22 Days Holiday + Bank hols - Pension Scheme - Private Health (after 1 year) If your experience matches please forward your CV immediately White Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

Quantity Surveyor required to join a well-established Civils and Structural company based in Stockport. This opportunity is for a QS to join the Quantity Surveying department and further their career as a QS. The ideal candidate for this position will be able to organise themselves and work in a methodical process and will have a strong background in Quantity Surveying. My client predominantly completes projects within the rail sector throughout the UK, working alongside companies such as Network Rail. The ideal candidate for this position will have a proven background in Quantity Surveying and ideally a qualification in Quantity Surveying or similar. This opportunity has arisen due to expansion within the company. Quantity Surveyor Position Overview * Liaising with the construction teams * Arranging payment to contractors and analysing work completed * Allocating work to contractors * Manages all costs from the initial calculations to the final figures * Minimise costs of a project, while achieving the required standards and quality expected. * Responsible for the planning, programming, resourcing, monitoring and progress reporting of (cost and programme) for the project. Quantity Surveyor Position Requirements * Work experience within the industry * An understanding of the Civil sector * A Degree or similar in Quantity Surveying * Excellent communication and organisation skills * Estimating experience Quantity Surveyor Position Remuneration * Salary £30,000k - £45,000 DOE * 28 days holiday * Company Pension scheme Join us on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn - Search Bennett and Game Recruitment. Bennett and Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy

Senior Estimator 80,000-85,000 + package The Business Our client has a proven record of providing superior value through civil engineering excellence. They work in close partnership with their customers and suppliers, sharing skills and expertise to facilitate efficient project delivery, and operate under a variety of contract forms such as open book, design and build and full turnkey contracts. In addition to traditional contracts, they have a long track record of working in frameworks, partnerships and alliances. Their culture is one that embraces change, welcomes new ideas and supports the move towards a more collaborative approach in all aspects of their operations. Whether it's construct-only or strategic asset management, our client has earned its reputation as a tier 1 supplier of civil engineering service. The Role To manage and co-ordinate all estimating aspects of a bid, ensuring that high quality, competitive proposals are delivered to their customer in a manner consistent with the management system. To establish and maintain positive and effective relationships with customers, partners and bid team. Role Description *Where no Bid Manager is appointed and if required by the relevant Business Stream, lead the bid process to ensure that tender deliverables are produced in a timely and effective manner. *Oversee and/or interrogate design options and 'value' solutions, and if appropriate, identify the attractiveness of a project based on sound estimating principles. Activities to include: Review customer's drawings and specifications to prepare accurate costing sheets for materials, labour and equipment ¬ Ensure compliance with procedures, including pre-construction gate process. *Assess and manage risk and opportunity and support negotiations as part of the pricing process. *Collate and review tender documents and submission requirements in a timely way, ensuring all financial information is identified and provided and accurate compliant design proposals are included ¬ Establish and agree key plant rates. *Agree with engineering and planning key methods, outputs and plant selection. Detailed analysis of subcontractors' analysis. ¬ *Manage and coordinate the preparation of preliminary and general expense pricing including plant schedules and risk assessment. ¬ *Prepare tender settlement papers and carry out any belated adjustments as a result of tender settlements ¬ Provide bills of allowances as part of the commercial handover meeting. *Responsibility for 'sign off' of all cost elements prior to any gate meetings or financial submissions ¬ Select suitable sub-contractors and specialists for each project. *Ensure that key specialists are utilised on each bid to optimise: design, specification, programme and value ¬ Manage the production of cost information for senior management. *Provide considered responses to customer questions including post tender queries. Ensure that the project commercial team have received an effective handover of bid documentation. Represent the company and present tender proposals at customer interviews. *Support the development and implementation of the appropriate digital toolsets to execute cost take-off and other estimating activities, such as 5D cost planning. *Attend or carry out periodic Tender Health Checks and formal risk reviews to ensure that the identified risks are mitigated as far as possible in tender submissions. *Ensure that cost planning and estimating are accurate and reflect the project requirements and risk profile. *Provide mentoring on bids to less experienced Estimators and the bid teams, if required *Maintain the company supply chain database/ Estimating system with tender information from allocated bids. *Carry out measurement & take-offs, pricing and entering into the system. * Ensure a relentless focus on Zero Harm * Support the delivery of Sustainability activities Ideal Candidate * Previous experience of managing/implementing all aspects of the estimating process for highways projects, within the construction industry is required, along with a valid CSCS card, where applicable. * Membership of a relevant professional body and/or a relevant professional qualification is desirable, such as RICS/CIOB/RIBA/ICE/CIBSE. ONLY CANDIDATES WITH UK CIVIL ENGINEERING/INFRASTRUCTURE (ESTIMATING) EXPERIENCE WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE. The ideal candidate will also have a stable track-record of employment over the course of their career. (e.g. minimum of three years in each role/past employer

ESTIMATOR WITH CARPENTRY AND JOINERY EXPERIENCE NEEDED ** I am looking for an experienced Estimator to work on a variety of projects from: - Commercial - Residential - Hotel and Leisure - Educational - Retail They are looking for someone who has experience working on projects up to £15M. They are looking to bring someone on who has: - Come from a Carpentry and Joinery background - Someone who has experience working on Fit Out projects - Someone who lives local to London My client are a bespoke joinery and fit out specialist, most of their work is repeat business, they are a very reputable contractor, one of the biggest fit out contractors in the UK If you feel you have the relevant experience please feel free to forward your CV to (url removed) alternatively you can call Nick for a confidential discussion on (Apply online only)

Quantity Surveyor required for a well-established, award winning Civil Engineering company based in the Cheshire area. The company have offices across the North of the UK and work on a range of projects including commercial, educational and leisure. My client prides themselves on delivering projects in the most sustainable and environmental way and are looking to recruit a QS at any level who has experience of Civil Engineering and a degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Quantity Surveyor to join an expanding company. The Quantity Surveyor will be working alongside the existing Quantity Surveyor and the Estimator and therefore will need to have great communication skills. Quantity Surveyor Position Overview * Travel to sites across the North West * Work on a range of projects in the Groundworks and Civil Engineering sector * Work alongside the existing Quantity Surveyor and Estimator * Manage all costs from the initial calculations to the final figures * Work on multiple projects at any one time Quantity Surveyor Position Requirements * Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying * Full driving licence * Willing to travel to sites across the North West * Experience of working as a Quantity Surveyor/ Assistant Quantity Surveyor * Experience within the Groundworks and Civil Engineering sector * Live in the Cheshire area Quantity Surveyor Position Remuneration * Salary dependant on experience * 25 days' holiday * Car/ car allowance * Pension * Working hours 08.30-17.00 * Other company benefits Join us on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn - Search Bennett and Game Recruitment. Bennett and Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy

I'm looking for someone to work in Salford Quays in Manchester in a combined role. The role will include elements of estimating, purchasing and quantity surveying. This opportunity will suit either a candidate of intermediate level looking to get their teeth into a new challenge or perhaps a more experienced candidate who is looking to work part time. Can be perm or contract and full or part time dependent on experience and preference. You'll be working with Groundworks, reinforced concrete and associated civil engineering works. This is an up and coming privately owned contractor who are set to become a big name in the industry. Rates and salary/package are totally negotiable. Please contact me directly for further information on the role, remuneration and rewards

Quantity Surveyor/ Estimator required for a well-established construction company based near Wolverhampton. My client prides themselves on producing high quality refurbishments and luxurious interiors against strict time frames and tight budgets. The QS/ Estimator will be working within a range of sectors including Commercial, Education and Leisure so varied experience of refurbishment projects is advantageous. The Quantity Surveyor/ Estimator will be working on projects around the UK and therefore the QS will need to be flexible with travel and hours. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, experienced Quantity Surveyor/ Estimator to join a busy team of industry professionals. The Quantity Surveyor/ Estimator will have a minimum of 3 years' experience within a similar position and will have an industry relevant degree. Quantity Surveyor/ Estimator Position Overview * Visit sites UK wide * Work within a variety of sectors including education and commercial * Work on refurbishment projects * Liaise with clients and customers * Take accurate measurements Quantity Surveyor/ Estimator Position Requirements * Degree qualified * Experience of working on refurbishment projects * Minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role * Full UK driving licence * Live locally to Wolverhampton Quantity Surveyor/ Estimator Position Remuneration * Salary £35k-£45k * 28 days' holiday * Pension * Other company benefits Join us on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn - Search Bennett and Game Recruitment. Bennett and Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy