Estimator

Are you ready to bring your expertise to a dynamic and rewarding role? We are seeking an experienced and motivated Estimator / Senior Estimator to join our team based in Seaham. This is a permanent, full-time position working 37.5 hours per week, offering a competitive salary, car allowance, bonus, and benefits package.

Client Details

We are a leading organisation delivering technical, energy, and regeneration services across the UK and Ireland. Our expertise spans smart buildings, sustainable energy solutions, and net-zero projects. Our dedicated team works collaboratively to create sustainable solutions that benefit communities, public sector clients, and businesses.

Description

• Tendering and Estimating: Deliver accurate and competitive estimates, from receipt to submission, to achieve and exceed company objectives.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, designers, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Bid Strategy: Collaborate with pre-construction and bid teams to develop robust strategies for tender submissions.
• Risk Mitigation: Conduct site visits to identify and address risks effectively.
• Procurement Management: Issue subcontract and material inquiries, ensuring timely receipt of competitive quotations.
• Cost Analysis: Prepare analytical pricing using estimating software and ensure cost accuracy for bids.
• Compliance and Delivery: Align project estimates with programme requirements, ensuring a seamless handover to contract teams.
• Sector Expertise: Demonstrate adaptability across market sectors, including social housing, education, commercial, and refurbishment projects.
• Continuous Improvement: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of labour, materials, and subcontractor markets, while contributing to the development of the company's estimating library.
• Quality Assurance: Support mandatory and non-mandatory training and mentor junior staff to foster professional growth.

Profile

• Proven expertise in social housing or education project estimation.
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with estimating software (e.g., Conquest).
• Experience presenting complex technical information effectively.
• Knowledge of sustainability or renewable energy solutions is an advantage.

• Initiative-driven and effective in collaborative team environments.
• Exceptional time management and organisational skills.
• First-rate communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Leadership capability, with a proven ability to delegate effectively.

• Flexibility to adapt to changing project needs.
• Resilience under pressure and ability to meet deadlines.
• Highly organised and proactive approach to work.

Job Offer

• Attractive base salary.
• Car allowance to support travel needs.
• Performance-based bonus to reward achievements.

• 25 days of annual leave, plus public holidays.
• Flexible work options to support a healthy work-life balance.

• Pension scheme to plan for your future.
• Life insurance cover equivalent to twice your annual salary.

• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support.
• Access to a mental wellbeing app to help manage stress and mental health.
• Gym membership discounts to promote physical health.

• Discounts on major brands and retailers for everyday savings.
• Cycle-to-work scheme, encouraging eco-friendly commuting.

• Opportunities for formal qualifications and industry certifications.
• Access to tailored training and mentorship programmes.
• Career progression within a supportive and growing organisation.

• Be part of a diverse and inclusive company culture.
• Join employee networks focused on supporting equality and personal growth (e.g., young professionals, working parents, diversity initiatives).