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Estimator
Job Posted: 20 days ago
Salary: £ 45,000 - 70,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Hessle, East Riding of Yorkshire
Expire in: 7 days
Job Description
The Company
Our client is a prestigious and well-established house builder with over 60 years in the construction industry. They pride themselves on putting sustainability first while delivering high quality new build housing developments across the North of England.
The Project
As a highly experienced Estimator, you will play a key role as a part of the commercial team working across various large-scale residential developments on brownfield and regeneration sites, focused on delivering high-quality, affordable housing. Throughout the project lifecycle, you will track costs, revise estimates as required and collaborate with the team to ensure timely project completion within the allocated budget.
Benefits
26 days holiday per annum + bank holidays
Bonus scheme
Private medical insurance
Company pension
Company car or car allowanceRequirements
For this role it is essential that you carry the following professional qualifications as a minimum;
Industry relevant qualificationIt is also essential that you hold the experience below;
Previous experience of utlising COINS (desirable but not essential)
Extensive experience within the industry with minimum of 5 years working in an Estimating role
Strong background in groundworks, including remediation, foundations, retaining, drainage etc
A demonstrated track record of working on various large-scale residential projects for a well-established contractorAdditional skills;
Analytical thinking
Strong negotiation capabilities
Efficient time management abilities
A deep understanding of construction practices, regulations, and cost factors
Strong communication abilities, written and verbal with an excellent attention to detail
A solid understanding of construction methods and compliance with building regulations
Extensive understanding of legal principles along with strong financial and commercial acumen
Proficient in utilising a computerised estimating / measurement system - Bluebeam or equivalent
Comprehensive knowledge of the estimating process, utilising computerised analytical tools to produce precise project cost estimates.The Role
Job Title: Estimator
Job Type: Permanent
Project: Various large-scale residential developments on brownfield and regeneration sites
Location: Hessle, East Riding of Yorkshire
Reporting to: Commercial DirectorDuties
Commercial reporting
Assist with procurement
Specification analysis & review
Preparation and submission of tenders
Adjudicating tenders within agreed limits
Preparing bill of quantity / pricing documentation
Reviewing enquiry returns / checking compliance
Reporting regularly and promptly to the Commercial Director
Manage the database of standard cost allowances to keep cost assumptions up to date
Produce detailed and accurate viability assessments with a full breakdown of construction costs
Prepare cost estimates for land acquisition, factoring in legal, purchase, and site elements-to evaluate project viability and inform regional planning
Stay current with local regulations and analyse comparable land sales and projects to ensure accurate cost estimates and assess market trends
Conduct site visits to identify potential constraints and factors that could influence the pricing strategy
Coordinate with the technical and pre-development land teams, exploring innovative construction methods to reduce costs and value-engineer design solutions for greater cost efficiency
Provide comprehensive financial appraisals for new land acquisitions and conduct cost and risk assessments for prospective sites
Liaise with the finance team to monitor alignment between land cost estimates and the overall project budget and financial forecasts
Deliver comprehensive cost estimation reports for the Commercial Director, detailing all expenses relation to land acquisition and development
Work closely with the Commercial and Land Directors to assist in the preparation of gateway submissions, involving compiling and drafting regional land reports
Maintain accurate records of all land-related estimates and cost projections for future reference, audits, and project assessmentsThis is a permanent position with an excellent salary on offer for the successful candidate. For more information or to apply please contact Ollie Foley - Recruitment Consultant at Caval on (phone number removed)Before You Apply
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