Job Title: Estimator
Location: Salford (Hybrid Working Available)
Salary: Competitive, Dependent on Experience (DOE)
Company Overview:
We are a fast-growing division within a leading construction company, with a strong team that has come from a Tier 1 background and serves high-profile clients. We specialize in student accommodation projects, including dorms, halls, leisure areas, reception and office spaces, libraries, and communal spaces.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Estimator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in cost planning, pricing, and preparing procurement packs for tender. They should be able to challenge the pre-construction and design teams when necessary and liaise effectively with Quantity Surveyors. This role offers an opportunity for growth, with the potential to oversee a Junior Estimator in the mid to long term.
Responsibilities:
Cost Planning and Pricing: Prepare accurate cost plans and pricing for student accommodation projects, ensuring competitiveness and profitability.
Procurement Preparation: Take ownership of procurement packs, getting them ready for tender.
Team Collaboration: Challenge the pre-construction and design teams to ensure the best outcomes for the project.
Liaison with Quantity Surveyors: Understand and communicate effectively with QSs to ensure accurate and comprehensive project costing.
Project Involvement: Be involved throughout the design process (up to 8 weeks) and manage the project from start to finish over a two-week period.
Site Visits: Conduct site visits as required to gather information and ensure project requirements are met.
Mentorship: Provide guidance and support to a Junior Estimator, fostering their development and growth within the company.
Requirements:
Proven experience as an Estimator in the construction industry, with a focus on student accommodation or similar projects.
Strong cost planning, pricing, and procurement preparation skills.
Ability to challenge and collaborate with pre-construction and design teams.
Excellent communication and liaison skills with Quantity Surveyors and other stakeholders.
Self-motivated and able to hit the ground running.
Ability to oversee and mentor junior team members in the mid to long term.
Flexibility to work out of the Salford office and remotely up to three days a week, with Fridays in the office.
Willingness to conduct site visits across the UK as needed.
Benefits:
Competitive salary package, dependent on experience.
Hybrid working arrangements with up to three days working from home.
Opportunity for career growth and development within a dynamic and expanding team.
Collaborative and supportive work environment.
Involvement in high-profile and diverse projects.
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