Job Description
Due to ongoing success and growth, my client is seeking a Senior Estimator to join their team or an Estimator looking to step up into a senior role. As a Senior Estimator, you will be based from their office in Northamptonshire with some flexibility to work from home. Responsibilities include calculating small, medium, and large civils / groundworks project cost estimates, as well as being involved in the planning, development, negotiation, and contract execution of projects. This is a long-established and successful SME sub-contractor with a great reputation. The role will be hands-on and offer room for career development and autonomy. You should have excellent communication skills and great attention to detail.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Researching construction documents and analysing specifications to estimate costs from first principles.
2. Determining the total cost of materials, equipment, utilities, and labour for construction projects.
3. Preparing estimates for planning, organising, and scheduling project work.
4. Managing pre-qualification and pre-bid submissions.
5. Ensuring relevant documents and budgets are submitted ahead of deadlines.
6. Formulating contingency plans and managing risks that might impact cost and time estimates.
Project sectors include MOD, education, healthcare, and local authority, ranging from £2k to £10m across the UK. To be successful, candidates should have experience as an estimator within the civils / groundworks market, along with exceptional time management, multi-tasking, interpersonal, and negotiation skills. The ability to collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders and extensive knowledge of industry standards are essential.
Offered benefits include a competitive salary, £8,000 car allowance, private healthcare, and 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
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