Estimator

The Role

You will take ownership of the commercial side of the business, working closely with the Directors, operational teams and clients from tender stage through to final account.

Projects typically include:

• New-build housing developments
• Groundworks and infrastructure
• Roads and drainage
• Section 278/38 works
• Sewers and utilities
• Plot works and foundations
• External works and infrastructure
• Projects ranging in value up to 10m

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the commercial function
• Prepare and review tenders, estimates and budgets
• Manage subcontractor procurement and packages
• Cost planning and forecasting
• Prepare valuations, applications and payment assessments
• Manage variations, change control and commercial risk
• Cost reporting and project forecasting
• Subcontractor account management
• Client and main contractor liaison
• Prepare and agree final accounts
• Identify opportunities to improve margins and commercial performance
• Work closely with the Directors to support the company's continued growth

About You

We are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor/Estimator with a strong background in groundworks and civil engineering, ideally gained within the new-build housing sector.

You should have a good understanding of:

• Residential groundworks
• Plots, roads and sewers
• Infrastructure and drainage
• Civil engineering packages
• Estimating and tendering
• Subcontract procurement
• Commercial management and cost control

Why Join?

Immediate start available

Long-term freelance opportunity

Permanent position available for the right person

Opportunity to head up and develop the commercial function

Direct involvement with the company Directors

Strong pipeline of North West residential projects

Projects up to 10m

Opportunity to play a key role in the company's continued growth