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Experienced Estimator

ACS Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Posted 5 days ago, valid for 14 days
Location

Northampton, Northamptonshire NN68AX, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • An experienced estimator is needed for a family-run business in Northampton, offering a salary between £30,000 and £50,000 depending on experience.
  • The role is office-based and involves overseeing the estimating department, liaising with clients, and managing junior estimators' work.
  • Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years' experience in estimating, with a strong understanding of the building and construction industry.
  • Ideal applicants should possess excellent communication skills, be highly organized, and have experience with residential project pricing and estimating software.
  • The position requires the ability to manage multiple projects under pressure and maintain excellent working relationships within a growing estimating firm.
Estimator NorthamptonMonday – FridaySalary £30,000 - £50,000 DOEWe have an opportunity for an experienced estimator to join a family run business based in Northampton. This is a great opportunity to join a well established business, that has really firmed up it’s reputation in the market. This will  be office based, working closely with their built up client base supporting on take offs, bills of quantities, cost plans and tenders for our client base.Key Duties:
  • Overseeing the estimating department including liaising with new and existing clients.
  • Authorising and cross checking junior/assistant estimators work prior to submission.
  • Significantly interfaces with all supply chain members from both suppliers and subcontractors on all aspects associated with tenders from enquiry to contract award.
  • To chase supplier, sub-contractor and manufacturer quotations.
  • To maintain enquiry quotation register per contract.
  • To complete estimating tasks and answer relevant queries regarding the estimate provided.
  • To undertake any other general support and administration duties as will be required from time to time.
  • To provide support and assistance to colleagues in peak periods.
The Ideal Candidate:
  • Good understanding of the building/construction industry
  • A minimum of 5 years' experience as an Estimator
  • Highly organised and able to plan and prioritise.
  • Analytical and accurate.
  • Excellent communicator and able to build and maintains excellent working relationships.
  • Computer literate.
  • Able to work under pressure.
  • Ability to control numerous projects at any one time.
  • Able to deal with tough negotiations and pressures of fast paced environment.
  • First class time management skills and attention to detail.
Desirable industry knowledge:
  • Possible PQS background.
  • Possible main contractor background.
  • At least years’ 3 experience in a similar estimating role.
  • Experience in taking off and pricing residential projects.
  • Experience in doing take offs for residential new builds.
  • Experience in doing estimates for residential new builds.
  • Familiar with SMM7, NRM3 and major forms of measurement methods.
  • Conversant in all major forms of contract, particularly JCT.
  • Experience in using Microsoft Office especially Excel.
  • Has experience using other forms of taking off and estimating software.
  • Team player looking to work in a growing estimating firm.
  • Relevant estimating qualifications.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.