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Leading Main Contractor - New Build, Refurbishments & Fit-Out
£75k - £110k + Package & DOE
Cockfosters, Barnet
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The Company:
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Our client is a leading Main Contractor who currently turns over approx. £30m and are projecting a turnover of £50m by 2025. A young company with an established presence within the industry, they have amassed with 5 years, a list of diverse clients ranging from local authorities and high net worth individuals.
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The type of work they do includes, but is not limited to:Â
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- Specialist Refurbishment
- Internal & External Refurbishment
- Traditional Construction
- Commercial & Residential Fit Out
- New Build (Including Local Authority/Social Housing & High-End Residential)
- Project values range between £500k - £20m.Â
The opportunity: Senior Estimator
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My client is looking for a diligent, highly skilled and experienced Estimator/Senior Estimator (10 years’ minimum) to join their team. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge and expertise particularly in the areas of cut and carve, block upgrades, and fit-outs for residential, commercial, projects. You must also possess strong technical skills in using estimating software and Microsoft Excel.
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Additionally, construction experience is required to ensure accurate assessments of project requirements and to provide valuable insights during the estimation and handover/pre construction process.
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Key Responsibilities:Â
- Send out tender packages and thoroughly adjudicate and normalise subcontractor returns
- Meet internal tender settlement deadlines
- Review architectural plans, specifications, and drawings to identify necessary modifications and additions.
- Collaborate with project managers, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to understand project requirements and ensure accurate estimations.
- Utilise estimating software to generate comprehensive and precise cost estimates, taking into account labour, materials, equipment, and other project-related expenses.
- Apply relevant industry standards and regulations to ensure compliance throughout the estimation process.
- Analyse and interpret data, such as measurements, blueprints, and specifications, to accurately determine project scope and resource requirements.
- Provide technical expertise and recommendations regarding systems, materials, and construction methods.
- Collaborate with the procurement team to obtain accurate pricing and availability information for materials and equipment.
- Prepare detailed and professional proposals, bids, and presentations for clients, ensuring clarity and accuracy.
- Assist with project scheduling and timeline development in collaboration with the project management team.
- Conduct site visits and assessments to evaluate progress, identify potential issues, and make necessary adjustments to the estimation process.
- Price the work accurately by evaluating the cost of labour, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and other project-related expenses.
- Lead the tender program by coordinating the estimation process, collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to meet submission deadlines.
- Develop and maintain relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors to ensure competitive pricing and availability of resources.
- Relevant degree qualification or HNC.
- Experience in construction and refurbishment works.
- Experience pricing projects from £500k - £10m in value.
- Fully competent with carrying out measurements, takes-off and first principle calculations.
- Fully competent with package analysis following initial tender enquiries to ensure no scope gap.
- Proficient knowledge and understanding of standard forms of contract including JCT.
- Ability to put together headline/tender programs.
- Proficient use of IT including Microsoft Office and estimating packages / tools.
- Strong communication and influencing skills.
- Ability to build and develop relationships with clients.
- Ability to manage a high volume of workload and have a flexible approach.
- Strong presentation skills – written and verbal.
- Clearly and effectively communicate at all levels within and outside the organisation.
- Drive to improve knowledge of industry changes and understanding.
For further information on this exceptional opening with a welcoming, collaborative and supportive business - please contact Martin Walter at Londinium Recruitment.Â
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Interviews taking place imminently - so please APPLY ASAP to be considered or shortlisted.
