Location: Hythe
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Walker Construction is a multi-disciplined construction company operating throughout Southeast England. Founded in 1964 by three Walker brothers, it is a family business at its core. As an experienced Building & Civil Engineering Company working with private and public clients, we have evolved into a multi-disciplinary construction business with three core divisions: Construction, Rail & Civils.
We are passionate about creating an environment that maximizes return on investment by empowering our teams with the right skills. Our success is attributed to our people, and we focus on developing their capabilities.
We are seeking a Building Estimator to join our team based in Lympne, Kent.
The role:
1. Analyze tender documentation and capture client requirements.
2. Produce an accurate BOQ for pricing purposes, reflecting client requirements, based on knowledge of CESSM 3, Highways Method of Measurement, or SMM7.
3. Possess clear knowledge of costing traditional and design and build contracts.
4. Prepare material and sub-contractor enquiry documents.
5. Conduct site visits, gather information, and incorporate findings into tender pricing.
6. Assess individual rates and prices, creating new or inserting quotes from sub-contractors and materials.
7. Prepare accurate and competitive commercial submissions for internal review and approval.
8. Have working knowledge of NEC3 and JCT Conditions of Contract, current HSQE legislation, and construction techniques.
9. Attend pre and post tender meetings.
10. Understand building material components and plant requirements.
You will have:
1. Minimum 3 years of experience as an estimator.
2. Experience in commercial/industrial projects.
3. Strong negotiation, influencing, and communication skills; well-spoken and personable.
4. Strong analytical and reasoning abilities.
5. Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
6. Highly numerate with the ability to manipulate numerical information accurately.
7. Confident and resourceful.
8. Self-motivated with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
9. Drive for collaborative success to ensure the best submission.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary based on experience.
* Car allowance scheme.
* Pension scheme with 8% contributions (AVC option available).
* Life Assurance.
* 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with holiday purchase options.
* Flexible/hybrid working arrangements.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* Opportunities for personal development and training.
Join Walker Construction to advance your career, explore your potential, and turn your ambitions into reality. We support your growth and future leadership development.
Walker Construction is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a discrimination-free workplace. We recruit from a broad pool of qualified candidates.
If interested, we look forward to your application.
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