Estimator - Groundworks

Job Title: Estimator - Groundworks Compensation: £40,000-£60,000 based on experience Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Location: Cambridge Commencement Date: Immediate Overview: My client is in search of a proficient individual to fill the position of Estimator, entrusted with supervising the entirety of the estimating and tendering procedures within the division. Responsibilities: * Oversee all facets of estimating and tendering for Groundworks and Civil Engineering undertakings, primarily within the Housing/Commercial and Industrial sectors. * Manage projects from the tender stage through to completion and final accounts. * Accurately measure and evaluate work. * Efficiently allocate labour, equipment, and procure materials. * Maintain oversight of procurement and labour, including subcontractors, ensuring professionalism and cost-effectiveness. * Serve as a pivotal link between the production team and clients, communicating project specifics and requirements. * Collaborate with client commercial teams and attend site meetings as required. * Compile and assess subcontract enquiries and quotations. * Identify and manage contract variations. * Prepare and submit project invoices and final accounts. * Foster and nurture relationships with clients and project stakeholders. * Actively pursue new tender opportunities as part of business development endeavours. Requirements: * Proficiency in quantity surveying and estimating for Groundworks and Civil Engineering projects, particularly within large-scale Housing developments. * A collaborative approach to project delivery, emphasizing safety, timeliness, and adherence to budget. * Mastery of various contract forms, notably the JCT contract range. * Familiarity with estimating software and documentation such as Excel, Adobe, and Bluebeam. * Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with meticulous attention to detail in commercial documentation. * Self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously. * Capability to address external and internal demands promptly. * Demonstrated commercial acumen