Estimator

Company : The Recruitment Experts

Job Type : Full Time

Kilsby, Warwickshire

Number of Applicants

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Job Description - Estimator

£88k-£90k OTE (car allowance & bonus)
Estimator role with leading residential developer in Rugby
Housebuilding sector experience essential

Estimator - Exciting Opportunity

?? Location: Rugby, Warwickshire

?? Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

?? Salary: Competitive + Benefits

I'm representing a property developer in their search for an experienced Estimator to join their commercial team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of projects across the build sector, supporting the company's continued expansion.

Key Responsibilities:

Be aware of all codes of practice that impact on estimating e.g. Building Regulations, NHBC requirements, HSE, Code for Sustainable Homes

Attend pre start, design team and any other relevant meeting as required. Input and maintain any computer based estimating database or systems

Be aware of new materials and methods of construction which would assist the business in maintaining or increasing its targets, and report on same

Prepare estimates of all construction costs, including all site abnormals, professional fees, site management costs and preliminaries. Input of all development costs into appraisals/viabilities. Support 'value engineering' exercises at appraisal/pre-start stage.

Provide information for all land purchase exercises

Identify specific scheme abnormals, prepare estimates of all prime costs, co-ordinate input of all development costs into appraisals/viabilities, input into "value engineering" exercise at appraisal/pre-start stage, input and maintain master appraisal costs

Liaise with all Departments as necessary to achieve a viable final cost position

Prepare Group viabilities for all acquisitions

Complete all estimating work

Calculate all prime costs on developments within the business, reporting any movements in costs since the preparation of the land purchases exercise

Prime costs to include but not restricted to house pricing, labour costs, site work operations and remediation work, up to commencement on site

Provide a detailed 'pre-start' appraisal following grant of planning consent and track movements through to site commencement

On a minimum of a quarterly basis update appraisals on land purchased or controlled, on which construction has not commenced, to ensure margins reflect current layout and house type mix and market conditions

Be aware of all codes of practice that impact on estimating e.g. Building Regulations, NHBC requirements HSE, Code for Sustainable Homes etc

Attend pre start, specification and any other relevant meeting as required

Input and maintain any computer based estimating databases or systems

Monitor, reconcile and recharge any costs, which relate to shared cost items with either other businesses within the Group or external companies

Be aware of new materials and methods of construction which would assist the business in maintaining or increasing its targets, and report on same

Any other duties as required by the Senior Estimator/Commercial Manager

Promote and act in accordance with Group values, systems, policies and procedures

Ensure compliance with Group IT systems

What We're Looking For:?????

Industry related business qualification with a valid CSCS card

Proven track record in similar role or at the level of at least Estimator

Must have the ability to manage a team

Must have a full understanding of current market conditions and rates

Highly numerate with excellent attention to detail, able to gather, interpret and present data to facilitate preparation of budgets and subsequent valuations

Methodical, conscientious and organised, works to deliver high standards

Strong IT skills, working knowledge of computer systems within the commercial environment, i.e. Excel, measurement and land viability software

Articulate, clear and credible, and able to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Wide experience in the discipline within the house building industry

Strong knowledge of Building Regulations, NHBC and Health and Safety requirements etc.

Team player, and supportive of colleagues

Professional and pleasant manner in dealing with internal and external customers

What's on Offer?

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Career progression within a well-established and growing company.

Opportunity to work on diverse and exciting projects.

Support for professional development and training.

?? Interested? Apply today!

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