Job Description
Estimator - Social Housing\n\nManchester \n\nUp to £75k + Car Allowance \n\nWe are looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Estimator to join a leading Property and Infrastructure main contractor our dynamic team in Manchester. In this key role, you will be responsible for accurately evaluating project costs and preparing competitive bids for clients within the Housing Maintenance sector.\n\nResponsibilities of the successful candidate will include: \n\nReviewing project specifications, drawings, and relevant documentation to compile precise cost estimates\nWorking closely with different departments to ensure tender submissions are competitively priced, commercially viable, and technically comprehensive\nBuilding and maintaining strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and industry professionals to support future tender opportunities and business growth\nPreparing and presenting detailed cost breakdowns for tenders, ensuring all deadlines and timescales are met\nAssisting in the smooth transition from tendering to project handover, ensuring clear communication with project delivery teams\nStaying informed about market trends, material costs, and labour rates to ensure accurate and up-to-date pricing\nIdentify potential risks and opportunities in project estimates, offering strategies to mitigate risks and enhance value\nContribute to the improvement of estimating processes and procedures to increase efficiency and accuracyQualifications\n\nAt least 5 years of experience in the construction industry, with a background in Social Housing\nFamiliarity with JCT & ACA suite of contracts\nAbility to interpret design drawings, extract key details, and prepare Bills of Quantities\nStrong numerical and analytical skills, with exceptional attention to detail\nProficiency in estimating software or a willingness to learn\nExcellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly\nAbility to work under pressure, manage multiple deadlines, and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment\nStrong organisational skills and the capability to oversee multiple projects simultaneously\nRelevant qualifications in Quantity Surveying or a related field are desirableFor more information please apply online now or call Paul on (phone number removed)!\n\nApplications\n\nIf you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV. Alternatively contact us on (phone number removed).
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