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Estimator – Facades and Cladding £55,000 - £75,000

About the Employer:

A forward thinking and dynamic Contractor specialising in, Façades, Recladding Dry Lining, Decorating, Tiling and Fire stopping who have built an outstanding industry reputation on delivering first class construction packages within various sectors of industry including, Data Centres High End Residential, Commercial, Leisure and Educational and Health. Throughout their 20-year establishment they’ve spearheaded the industry with dynamic approach and have built / maintained strong client relationships with some of the UK’s largest construction firms including ISG, Kier, Galliford Try, Multiplex and McLaren. They currently have an annual turnover circa £30m and our clients’ prime focus is on packages ranging anything from £1m to £15m, working within London and Surrounding Counties.

About the Role:

We are currently recruiting for Façade and Cladding Estimators within this Groups rapidly growing Facades Division.

You’ll be reporting to the Director and responsible for vetting projects and compiling tenders for complex external envelope packages ranging from £1m to £20m.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a growing contractor providing fantastic career opportunities. This role would suit somebody with the desire to achieve results by hard work and who wish to participate in the future of one of the most progressive organisations. The working environment is very friendly and enjoyable to be a part of which is reflected in the remarkably low staff turnover. Your role will include but not be limited to:

* Preparing tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities with the architect and/or the client

* Carrying out take offs

* Performing risk and value management and cost control

* Advising on procurement strategy

* Identifying, analysing and developing responses to commercial risks

* Preparing and analysing costings for tenders

Allocating work to subcontractors

* Tender submissions

* Pre-start meetings

Requirements:

Minimum of 5 years’ experience, Degree qualified preferred. Most importantly the candidate for this role must be trustworthy, reliable, conscientious and keen to progress your career further. You will also have to be a highly motivated individual and a strong team player. A consistent employment record is essential with at least two years at each employer