Estimator - Timber Frame

2 weeks ago


Bishop Auckland, United Kingdom Hunter Mason Full time

Estimator - Timber Frame

Bishop Aukland

£30,000

Are you an experienced estimator with a background in offsite construction and housing? Do you thrive in a home working environment and want to contribute to a national contracting business?

**Responsibilities**:

- **Estimation**: Accurately estimate costs for timber frame residential and commercial projects, considering materials, labour, and other relevant factors.
- **Project Evaluation**: Evaluate project requirements, specifications, and drawings to create detailed estimates.
- **Cost Analysis**: Analyse costs associated with timber frame construction, including structural components, finishes, and installation.
- **Collaboration**: Work closely with project managers, architects, and suppliers to ensure accurate estimates.
- **Tender Submissions**: Prepare and submit competitive tenders for timber frame projects.
- **Site Visits**: Conduct occasional site visits to assess progress and verify estimates.

**Requirements**:

- **Experience**: Proven experience as an estimator within the construction industry, with a focus on timber frame projects.
- **Knowledge**: Good understanding of timber frame construction methods, materials, and industry standards.
- **Software Skills**: Proficient in using estimating software and tools.
- **Attention to Detail**: Meticulous in analysing project details and calculating costs.
- **Communication**: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- **Flexibility**: Ability to work remotely and travel occasionally for site visits.

**Benefits**:

- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Home-based working arrangement.
- Opportunity to contribute to exciting timber frame projects.
- Collaborative and supportive team environment.

**Salary**: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company car
- Company pension
- On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Bishop Auckland, Durham: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Bachelor's (preferred)

**Experience**:

- surveying: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person