Estimator

Description:

Estimator
Location: Inverness, Highlands

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you an experienced Estimator looking for your next career move? Would you welcome the opportunity to join an established construction and property development business while benefiting from a flexible hybrid working arrangement?

We are working with a respected business within the Highland construction sector that is looking to appoint an Estimator to support its continued growth.

Importantly, the business is open to hybrid working and welcomes applications from candidates based in different parts of Scotland. This creates an excellent opportunity for Estimators who have the right experience but may not be based in Inverness or the surrounding area.

The Role

You will play an important part in the pre-construction and commercial process, preparing accurate, competitive estimates and helping ensure projects are delivered within budget.

Responsibilities will include:

Preparing detailed cost estimates, budgets and tender submissions.

Reviewing construction drawings, specifications and tender documentation.

Obtaining and analysing supplier and subcontractor quotations.

Calculating material, labour, plant and associated project costs.

Identifying commercial risks, cost-saving opportunities and value-engineering solutions.

Liaising with suppliers, subcontractors and internal project teams.

Supporting projects from initial enquiry through to tender submission and handover.

About You

Previous experience as an Estimator within construction, housebuilding or property development.

Strong commercial awareness and excellent attention to detail.

The ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications.

Confident communication, negotiation and analytical skills.

The ability to manage competing priorities and tender deadlines.

Whats on Offer?
Hybrid working, with applications welcomed from across Scotland.

The opportunity to join an established construction and property development business.

Involvement in a varied range of construction projects.

A competitive salary, dependent on experience.

The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the company's continued development.

Interested in finding out more?
If you're an Estimator considering a new opportunity, Id be delighted to have a confidential conversation with you.

You don't necessarily need to be based in Inverness to be considered. If you have the relevant experience and are interested in a hybrid working arrangement, Id love to hear from you.

RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy