Job Title: Small Works Estimator
Location: Essex, Suffolk, Cambridge
Employment Type: Full-time, Office based in Colchester
Job Description:
We are seeking a skilled Small Works Estimator. The ideal candidate will have experience managing projects valued up to £500,000 - £600,000. This role involves working on a variety of project types, including domestic, insurance, and commercial projects. The successful candidate will play a vital role of overseeing projects related to insurance claims and building works. The vacancy requires a proactive candidate who thrives in a reactive work environment.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Prepare accurate take-offs and Bills of Quantities for a range of small works projects.
2. Pricing Tenders valued between £50k-£500k.
3. Small Works pricing £50k & under.
4. Analyse and compare subcontractor quotes to ensure competitive pricing and quality.
5. Collaborate with project managers, clients, and other stakeholders to ensure project specifications and requirements are met.
Requirements:
1. Proven experience in estimating for domestic, insurance, and commercial projects.
2. Strong ability to produce take-offs and Bills of Quantities.
3. Competence in rate compilation and tender pricing.
4. Experience in analysing and comparing subcontractor quotes.
5. Excellent communication and analytical skills.
Qualifications:
1. Experience of using Xactware and/or Symbility desirable but not essential.
2. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
3. Proven experience in a reactive work environment or insurance repairs is highly desirable.
Benefits:
1. Company Car
2. Pension & Accident and Life cover
3. 23 days of Annual leave plus 8 UK Bank Holidays.
If you are a detail-oriented professional with a background in estimating for small works projects, we encourage you to apply.
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