Strategic Refurbishment Estimator

2 days ago

Swanley, Kent, United Kingdom Daniel Owen Ltd Full time

Job Title: Senior Estimator

Estimated Salary: 75,000 - 85,000 per annum (depending on experience)

We are a leading main contractor in Social Housing refurbishment projects, partnerships, and frameworks. We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join our Refurbishment Team.

About the Role:

This is a challenging yet rewarding opportunity for a skilled Estimator to develop their expertise in tender coordination, pricing, and contract mobilisation. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience of working within a main contractor environment and be well-versed in managing individual tenders up to £10m.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, quality standards and legislative requirements at all times.
  • Coordinate and prepare tender documentation, including developing awareness of clients' processes and procedures for bid evaluation.
  • Effectively plan tender documentation and pricing information, preparing tenders from architect's drawings, specifications, bill of quantities, and pre-priced schedules of rates supplied by the client.
  • Understand business development and the bidding marketplace, including competitor environment and market forces.
  • Attend meetings and assist in preparation of contract mobilisation plans, providing insight into the details of the tender.
  • Evaluate, engage, and negotiate on price documents, assess for accuracy, and confirm best value on price and service quality.
Requirements:
  • Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent.
  • Minimum 5 years Quantity Surveyor or Estimator experience is desirable.
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and keen to extend knowledge on software packages.
  • Good data interrogation skills and organisation project management skills, able to prioritise.
  • Working knowledge of marketing and economic factors, sound knowledge of building construction/maintenance techniques and materials, and good legal/contractual knowledge.
  • Valid driving licence.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package to successful candidates. If you are a motivated and experienced Estimator looking for a new challenge, please submit your application.

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