Assistant Estimator – Design & Build

Full Job Description

Assistant Estimator – Design & Build

£25,000 - £40,000 (D.O.E)

Epping

My client is a specialist design & build main contractor based out of Epping and have identified the need for a new Assistant Estimator to assist their current Senior Estimator.

You will be working directly under the senior estimator and will be working on a number of projects including (but not limited to) fit-out and refurbishment projects; design & build projects; and construction & developments projects in a variety of sectors including residential; education; hospitality and offices.

The successful candidate must have at least 2 years experience working with a design and build company.

The Duties

You will be reporting to the senior estimator and responsible for your own workload.

* Collating and issuing tender packs for sub-contractor work packages.

* Producing tender analysis for subcontract work packages

* Negotiation and Analysis of Subcontractor work packages

* Raise, Issue and maintain Subcontract Orders and Variations

* Produce detailed Pre-Start and Site Start Budgets for Review

* Process Subcontract payments, variations, and final accounts

* Completing Monthly CVRs and cost reporting

* Cost reporting and budget control

* Oversee the estimating process for construction projects, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.

* Collaborate with project managers and other stakeholders to gather necessary information for estimates.

* Analyse project plans, specifications, and other documents to determine project requirements.

* Prepare detailed cost estimates, including labour, materials, and equipment costs.

* Monitor project costs throughout the construction process and identify areas for cost control.

The Requirements

In order to be successful in this role, you will need to show a minimum of 2+ years’ experience Estimating with a design and build company.

You will need to be focussed and passionate, and must have good communication, presentation, time management skills and have a friendly approach.

You will need to be able to manage a healthy workload and be able to work to tight deadlines