Estimator

Description:

Estimator

This Estimators role is with one of the UK’s leading main contractors. They have an excellent reputation and build some of the country’s most iconic buildings. They are a diverse organisation covering most sectors of the built environment and this specific role is within their fit out and refurbishment division. Projects are varied ranging from £2m - £90million in the commercial, retail and public sector.

The Role

We are looking for a Freelance Estimator to work on fit out schemes and your role will include:

* Ensure that all costs on the project are in accordance with the project scope, the customer’s requirements and current legislation.

* Collaborate with the wider preconstruction team to secure and convert tender projects.

* Create robust accurate cost plans through the various design gateways up to target price.

* Guide the design team and inform the customer with respect to affordability.

* Use technical experience to identify opportunities and risks along with solutions to add value.

* Support the design discipline by costing change control items

* Complete or manage project take–offs

* Provide a complete and robust cost information pack

* Lead the procurement schedule and build supply chain interaction and relationships.

* Review the performance of supply chain partners with the operations team.

* Collaborate with our operations team throughout the preconstruction process to ensure, logistics, programmes and onsite activities and buildability are accounted for

* Collaborate with the design lead to capture and include design fees

* Carry out cost assessments on alternative design solutions to inform the final design and project/customer budget.

Previous experience with a main contractor on interiors projects is essential.

The Plus Points

A competitive day rate is on offer and this will be an extendable contract