Estimator - Refurbishment

**Job Specification - Cost Estimator**

My client has an exciting opportunity for an experienced **Cost Estimator** to join their team on a permanent basis.

Responsible for the management of the construction phase on a number of smaller projects with a value up to £5.0m. As well as new build projects up to a value of £20m

Our client is involved mainly with the refurbishment of commercial properties and to develop them into state-of-the-art apartments, offices, or student accommodation.

The client also has a number of ‘new build’ schemes in the pipeline.
- analysing plans, bills of quantities and other project documentation in order to estimate costs
- researching, sourcing, negotiating, and obtaining the best prices and quotes from suppliers and subcontractors
- Consulting with industry experts to discuss cost estimates. Identifying and quantifying all cost factors involved in the project. Using computer software to calculate cost estimates.
- analysing data that can affect costs (such as currency exchange rates and the company’s productivity rates)
- assessing the financial, technical, and operational risks of the project
- visiting project sites to gather information
- staying aware of the latest construction technologies
- keeping up to date with the latest regulatory and legislative requirements
- inputting into decisions over whether to bid for the project
- working closely with key members of the project team (such as the bid manager) and liaising with clients and suppliers
- keeping detailed records and writing reports.

**Qualifications**

Our brief requirements are:

- Minimum of 5+ years experience in construction management roles on refurbishment & new-build projects.
- Technical diploma or degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience
- Able to use Word, Excel software
- CSCS Card
- Some Quantity Surveyor duties may be necessary for this role

WHAT SALARY PACKAGE YOU WILL BE RECEIVING
Salary is negotiable with experience
Company benefits include:
20 days holiday + bank holidays
Company pension scheme
Company profit sharing bonus scheme (Discretionary)

**Salary**: £30,000.00-£50,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Free parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- Bachelor's (preferred)

**Experience**:

- surveying: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

- Middlesbrough (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Middlesbrough: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person