Description
Job Title: Estimator
Location: Tunbridge Wells, must live within 1 hour of our office in Tunbridge Wells
Salary: £18 – £22k per annum
Job Type: Permanent / Full time
About Us:
Faircloth Construction Ltd have an exciting opportunity for a Junior Estimator to join our growing business.
Faircloth Construction Ltd work with some of the UK’s largest property development investment companies. Working as a Main Contractor, Faircloth Construction specialise in the design and construction of commercial, retail, industrial and leisure projects.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Prepare tender packages and manage the bid process
Reviewing tender documentation including prelims and contract docs, visits to site locations as required
Provide full take offs and produce BoQs
Sub-contractor tendering and quote comparisons
Cost-Planning
Assessing levels of risk and opportunity on tenders
Tender adjudications and profit planningAbout you:
Studying or have just completed a Quantity Surveying qualification
Knowledge of construction methodology
Understanding of JCT contracts
Understanding of current market rates
Ability to undertake 1st principle estimating pricing items based on labour, plant and materials
Ability to provide quick turn arounds during busier times
Use of initiative to work to strict deadlines
Excellent use of Excel and other Microsoft software
Good presentation and excellent written English skillsBenefits:
Opportunity to join a thriving business which is passionate about construction, committed to building relationships and delivering a great product
Be a part of a team of committed and dedicated professionals
Opportunity to grow within the business
Excellent package negotiable based on experience
3% Pension company contribution
Healthcare insurance and DIS benefit
20 days per year + bank holidayPlease click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role.
Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of Cost Analyst, Pricing Specialist, Junior Quantity Surveyor, Buying, Budget Planner, Financial Forecaster, and Project Cost Manager may also be considered
