Salary: Dependent upon qualifications and previous experience
Blakedown Landscapes is an award-winning landscaping and civil engineering specialist delivering high quality projects throughout the UK. Our portfolio spans all sectors from local authorities, royal parks, commercial developers, schools and universities to high-end luxury developers. Much of our work is as a result of long-term relationships based on trust and expert workmanship built up over more than five decades.
Due to our continued growth, we are recruiting an Estimator to work without a growing team. The position can be hybrid with a mix of working from home and our Head Office in Chobham, Surrey. The position will involve working with the Commercial Director preparing and submitting Tender Packages from £100k up to £5million. The projects involve Blakedown working as the Main Contractor on a mixture of high quality hard and soft landscaping schemes.
We are looking for someone with previous experience in an estimating role who has the ability to work in a methodical manner, often under time restraints, whilst maintaining highly accurate attention to detail is key.
The Role:
- Measuring PDF drawings and producing tender documents.
- Helping the full Bid Submission
- Pricing bill of quantities, generally in excel format
- Identifying areas of risk during the tender process and liasing with the company Directors
- Attending meetings and site visits
- Communicating with the client and design team during the tender process and pre-start meetings
What We Are Looking For:
- Estimating experience within the landscape/construction industry
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Team player with a positive attitude towards new and existing challenges
- Clear and concise communication qualities including excellent verbal and written communication
- Ability to build strong relationships with all stakeholders
- Able to multi task, prioritise, manage time effectively, use own initiative
In Return We Offer:
- Company car
- Membership to the employer's pension scheme
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Estimator - HYBRID WORKING in Cobham employer: Blakedown Landscapes
As a leading firm in the landscaping and civil engineering sector, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture that empowers our Quantity Surveyors to excel. With competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including professional development opportunities and a supportive environment, we are committed to your growth and success in this rewarding field. Join us in a location that offers both vibrant community engagement and access to exciting projects, making every day at work meaningful.
