I am currently recruiting on behalf of a five star house builder who have an exciting opportunity for an Estimator to join their company in the Reading area.
The salary is up to £55,000 per year + Car Allowance (depending on experience) plus an excellent benefits package.
You will be reporting direct to the Commercial Director
Key Responsibilities for the position include:
* Preparing estimates of all prime costs.
* Liaising with the other departments to ascertain costs of land, technical, statutory services and site overheads and revenues with land
* Attend weekly meetings when necessary
* Undertaking subcontractor and material supplier quotation analysis, ensuring compliance and competitiveness.
* Maintaining working relationships with local and national supply chains.
* Working closely with the Commercial Team to successfully transfer Site Budgets over to relevant Quantity Surveyor and advise on budget figures accordingly.
* In advance of a land purchase, preparing construction land budgets for the Land Manager to evaluate the site, assisting the Land Manager/Sales Team to determine the best house mix for the site.
* Ensuring that all estimating work required to deliver the businesses unit output is completed timely and within an agreed programme
Key Qualifications & Skills required for the position include:
* Estimating experience within the residential sector
* HNC in Building Studies or equivalent
* Strong experience and knowledge of building regulations
* Excellent Communication Skills
* Ability to organise and prioritise
* SMSTS, CSCS & First Aid
* Full UK Driving License
* Right to work in the UK
If you are interested then please apply now or contact Jess Angel on the contact details below