Estimator

Estimator or Senior Estimator - Construction Location: Cambridge Requirements: To be considered for this role you must meet the following criteria: *Previous work as an Estimator or Senior Estimator. *Experience of tendering for building projects. *Be aware of current market prices for construction work. *Have a sound technical knowledge of the construction process. *Work closely with internal and external clients. *Able to lead and liaise with other members of the team both internally and externally. *Commercially aware of the contractual implications of common forms of contract. *Demonstrate ability to work to tight deadlines and deal with multiple projects and short tendering periods. *Demonstrate logical and effective bid co-ordination and leadership skills. *Ability to build up costs for traditional trades (groundwork, brickwork, joinery, etc.) *Demonstrate full commercial awareness of supply chain prime cost build ups and be able to constructively challenge specific quotations. *Proven track record of established supply chain relationships and with operational teams. *Ability to identify opportunities for value engineering and achieve best value prime cost. *Relevant Industry qualification. *Main Contractor employment history is essential. Company: My client is a very reputable building main contractor operating within the construction / building sector. Due to continued growth they are looking to expand their East Anglia team with the appointment of an Estimator. This employer have a reputable long standing history and are a very stable company with a strong company asset base and forward order book across a range of project sectors including Commercial, Education, Healthcare, Leisure and Residential. Remuneration: The successful candidate will receive: -£40,000 - £85,000 Basic Salary (Dependent on experience) -Car / Allowance -Pension -Healthcare To be considered for this vacancy or to find out more information please apply now. Services advertised by Talk Recruitment are that of an employment business and/or agency