Estimator
Vacancy Reference: 45806 AB
*This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.*
Are you an experienced Estimator?
Do you have experience working within the Agriculture, Horticulture, or related industries?
Have you got a passion for providing an excellent service?
The Company:
A well-established contracting business providing services within the construction, agriculture and horticulture related industries.
The Job Role:
As an Estimator, you will report into the Commercial Director, and you will be tasked with estimating and tendering various projects, such as the construction of natural turf sports facilities, sports turf renovations, earthworks, land drainage, equestrian work, civil construction, and landscaping. Project values typically range from £25,000 to £2,500,000. Your role will involve understanding customer needs and providing accurate, commercially viable estimates by obtaining competitive quotes from suppliers for materials, labour, equipment, and other necessary resources, all while adhering to company policies.
Location: Berkshire - Office Based
Salary and Benefits Package: Up to £45,000 basic salary, negotiable depending on skills and experience + car package may be included which is to be discussed depending on skills and experience + 22 days holiday plus bank holidays + Pension + Laptop and Mobile.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare and lead the compilation of tenders/bids/ programmes, prioritising deadlines, and company objectives.
Request plans and specifications from clients.
Review plans and perform material take-offs.
Request pricing from suppliers and acquire quotes from vendors.
Attend site meetings.
Develop client and consultant relations and ensure client satisfaction.
Provide input to the handover process from estimating to contract.
Ensure economical and efficient use of company resources throughout all activities.
Provide data as requested to review the performance of the supply chain member.
Business development with architects, suppliers, and clients.
Candidate Requirements:
Previous Estimator experience is essential
Experience working within the Agriculture, Horticulture or related sectors
Experience costing and pricing for bespoke projects
Strong communicator
Driving License
Happy to be based in the office full time
Keywords:
Estimator, Estimating, Cost Planner, Quantity Surveyor, Quoting, Pricing, Construction, Horticulture, Agriculture, Agri FJ, Agricultural Recruitment, Agricultural and Farming Jobs.
How to apply:
Please click on the APPLY NOW button.
Please send your CV to; Angel Bains - Senior Recruitment Resourcer
We thank all applicants who apply for this role. However, please be advised that only those short listed for an interview will be contacted. Please be assured that your job application will be managed in complete confidence and your personal details will not be passed to any third party without your prior permission. Established in 2013, Agricultural and Farming Jobs provide outstanding recruitment head-hunting and job advertising services. We are the trusted recruitment partner of choice to industry leading organisations across the UK and Internationally. We recruit specifically for all roles within the sectors of: Agriculture, Farming, Horticulture, Food and Fresh Produce, Vet, Pet and Animal Health, Agrochemicals, Fertilisers and Seeds, Software and Technology, Machinery, Technical and Engineering and specialist Education.
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