I am currently recruiting for an estimator to join a privately owned contractor who turnover £65million. This is covered by a number of profitable workstreams, with this particular role being within the Building & Refurbishment division. Projects are generally valued from £5k through to £1.5million and include on-going contracts with high profile establishments within Southampton. They have longstanding relationships with many Tier 1 contracts as well as local schools and universities, with these relationships continuing through the supply chain.
THE ROLE: Estimator
Provide estimated costs of proposed projects and survey/cost completed works.
Undertake site visits and surveys.
Liaise with department staff, client, sub-contractors, suppliers and statutory authorities in matters relating to work as appropriate.
Prepare initial Project Plan.
Produce financial milestone payment plan, monitor and control project finance.
Appoint contractors and assist in ordering of materials.
Liaise with specialists and consultants as appropriate to obtain assistance and advice.
Attend project start up meetings.
This would need to be viewed as a long term role, the person leaving has been with the company for many years and is now retiring