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, Walker Construction 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 the right environment to maximize return on investment by empowering our teams. Our success is attributed to our people and providing them with the right skills.
We are seeking a Building Estimator to join our team based out of Lympne, Kent.
The role:
1. Analyze tender documentation and capture client requirements.
2. Produce an accurate BOQ for pricing, reflecting client requirements, based on knowledge of CESSM 3, Highways Method of Measurement, or SMM7.
3. Cost traditional and design-build contracts.
4. Prepare material and sub-contractor enquiry documents.
5. Conduct site visits, assimilate information, and consider it in tender pricing.
6. Assess individual rates, create new or use quotes from sub-contractors and materials.
7. Produce accurate, 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 experience as an estimator.
2. Experience in commercial/industrial projects.
3. Strong negotiation, influencing, and communication skills.
4. Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
5. Numerical proficiency and accuracy.
6. Confidence and resourcefulness.
7. Self-motivation and ability to work independently or in a team.
8. Drive for collaborative success in submissions.
In return, we offer:
* 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.
* Personal development and training opportunities.
Join Walker Construction to advance your career, explore your capabilities, and turn your ambitions into reality. We support our team members to develop into future leaders.
Walker Construction is an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating a discrimination-free working environment. We recruit from a broad pool of qualified candidates.
If interested, we look forward to your application.
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