Assistant Estimator

We are currently seeking an Assistant
Estimator to join our Minor Works Department in Peterborough. The
successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to manage and deliver
competitive, accurate tender submissions for projects valued up to £400k. Based
out of our Peterborough Business Park, our Peterborough division undertakes a
variety of new build and refurbishment projects in the region with a variety of
clients in a range of sectors, including affordable housing, food, retail,
education, commercial, industrial and health

Responsibilities will include

·         Overseeing Traditional and Design & Build
tenders.

·         Appraising tender documents, preparing
sub -contract and material enquiries.

·         Producing detailed and measured bills of
quantities.

·         Undertaking site surveys and developing scope of
works.

·         Risk and value management.

·         Preparation of budgets estimates and cost plans.

·         Delivering Internal tender adjudications and
external client presentations.

·         Engaging with clients and end users to build longstanding
relationships

What we’re looking for

·         Candidates must have a building background with
knowledge of all aspects of refurbishment and new build construction across
numerous sectors.

·         Have an understanding of current CDM 2015 Health
and Safety requirements.

·         Proficient with Microsoft Word and Microsoft
Excel.

·         A High Education qualification (HNC, Diploma,
Degree) in a construction -related subject would be an advantage but not
essential.

·         Experience of procuring small and large
subcontract packages would be advantageous.

·         To have experience of managing a range of
contracts at any one time.

·         We are seeking a candidate with strong
commercial skills, the ability to drive projects forward and work with
multi -disciplinary project delivery teams to overcome challenges and to successfully
deliver projects.

·         Candidate must be able to work with clients to
come up with solutions and ideas to their brief.

·         Be comfortable with reading technical drawings

·         Hold a full driving licence.

What We Can Offer

The role is a full time (0800 –
1700) Monday to Friday office -based role. Salary will be commensurate with
experience, skill level and qualifications. Benefits include Group Personal
Pension, Health care cash back scheme, profit related pay, employee share
scheme and opportunities for further training, development and progression.