Estimator

Description:

RCM Ltd is working in partnership with a well-established Main Contractor to recruit an experienced Estimator for a permanent position based in Leicestershire.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a financially secure contractor delivering refurbishment and construction projects across the healthcare, commercial and education sectors, with project values ranging from £50k to £6.5m.

The Role

Working within the Pre-Construction team, you will be responsible for preparing competitive tender submissions using a combination of subcontractor enquiries and first-principles estimating.

Key responsibilities include:

* Reviewing tender documentation and identifying project requirements

* Producing subcontract enquiry packages

* Issuing enquiries to subcontractors and suppliers

* Reviewing and analysing returned quotations

* Preparing tender cost plans and pricing documents

* Identifying tender exclusions and qualifications

* Carrying out take-offs for general building works

* Pricing preliminaries in line with project programmes

* Assisting with tender programmes where required

* Attending site visits and surveys when necessary (occasional nationwide travel and overnight stays may be required)

About You

Applicants should have:

* 3-5 years' estimating experience with a Main Contractor

* Experience pricing refurbishment projects within healthcare, commercial or education sectors

* Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail

* The ability to work to tight deadlines

* Excellent communication and negotiation skills

* Good Microsoft Office skills

* A proactive attitude and the ability to work independently as well as within a team

Desirable experience includes:

* Knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts

* SMM7 and/or NRM experience

* Construction-related qualifications or degree