Estimator

Protech Site Services are currently recruiting for a Estimator to join the team of one of the UK’s largest residential developers.

Job summary/Purpose

The commercial teams are integral to the successful delivery of every project.

This role is an exciting opportunity for an experienced estimator to become part of a dynamic team assisting the wider business in rolling out a timber frame HT range to deliver 3000+ units per year by 2027/2028.

Primary Responsibilities

Skills/Experience

• Proven experience as an estimator/QS within the construction industry, with a focus on timber frame projects.
• Good understanding of timber frame construction methods, materials, and industry standards.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous in analysing project details and calculating costs.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Attend Pre-Start, Pre-Tender, specification and any other relevant meetings as required.
• Input and maintain any computer-based databases or systems including Coins and Excel.
• Experience managing subcontractors.
• Any other duties as required by the Commercial Director/Commercial Manager.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that commercial procedures comply with the Commercial Manual and the Operating Framework.
• Calculating material quantities and costs, labour costs and an achievable project timeframe
• Work alongside other departments to ensure project viability and improve cost effectiveness.
• Ensure all specifications and programmes are complied with and that quality is not compromised.
• Resolve any issues in conjunction with the Finance Department. Monitor and explain all cost movements within the project valuation.
• Review any variations on new sites to confirm they are “Standardised” if not liaise with BU to acquire dispensation.
• Price and manage tenders from first principles by measurement and application of unit rates.
• Obtain Sub-Contractor quotations for key work packages, undertake a comprehensive review of quotations received and incorporate the most commercially suitable quotation within the tender.
• Ensure tenders are submitted on time to a high quality and within profit ability guidelines
• Provide commercial support and assistance in valuing variations.
• Undertake any other duties as requested in the support of the estimating department and function.

Experience, Qualifications, Technical Requirements

• Good understanding of timber frame construction methods, materials, and industry standards.
• Proven experience as an estimator within the construction industry, with a focus on timber frame projects.

Competitive salary and package available

If interested, please contact Chelsey at chelsey@protechltd.co.uk

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £51,000.00-£65,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person