Protech Site Services are currently recruiting for a Estimator to join the team of one of the UK’s largest residential developers.
Job summary/Purpose
The commercial teams are integral to the successful delivery of every project.
This role is an exciting opportunity for an experienced estimator to become part of a dynamic team assisting the wider business in rolling out a timber frame HT range to deliver 3000+ units per year by 2027/2028.
Primary Responsibilities
Skills/Experience
* Proven experience as an estimator/QS within the construction industry, with a focus on timber frame projects.
* Good understanding of timber frame construction methods, materials, and industry standards.
* Attention to Detail: Meticulous in analysing project details and calculating costs.
* Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Attend Pre-Start, Pre-Tender, specification and any other relevant meetings as required.
* Input and maintain any computer-based databases or systems including Coins and Excel.
* Experience managing subcontractors.
* Any other duties as required by the Commercial Director/Commercial Manager.
Responsibilities
* Ensure that commercial procedures comply with the Commercial Manual and the Operating Framework.
* Calculating material quantities and costs, labour costs and an achievable project timeframe
* Work alongside other departments to ensure project viability and improve cost effectiveness.
* Ensure all specifications and programmes are complied with and that quality is not compromised.
* Resolve any issues in conjunction with the Finance Department. Monitor and explain all cost movements within the project valuation.
* Review any variations on new sites to confirm they are “Standardised” if not liaise with BU to acquire dispensation.
* Price and manage tenders from first principles by measurement and application of unit rates.
* Obtain Sub-Contractor quotations for key work packages, undertake a comprehensive review of quotations received and incorporate the most commercially suitable quotation within the tender.
* Ensure tenders are submitted on time to a high quality and within profit ability guidelines
* Provide commercial support and assistance in valuing variations.
* Undertake any other duties as requested in the support of the estimating department and function.
Experience, Qualifications, Technical Requirements
* Good understanding of timber frame construction methods, materials, and industry standards.
* Proven experience as an estimator within the construction industry, with a focus on timber frame projects.
Competitive salary and package available
If interested, please contact Chelsey at chelsey@protechltd.co.uk
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £51,000.00-£65,000.00 per year
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person