Estimator

I am currently recruiting on behalf of a five star house builder who have an exciting opportunity for an Estimator to join their company in the Reading area.

The salary is up to £55,000 per year + Car Allowance (depending on experience) plus an excellent benefits package.

You will be reporting direct to the Commercial Director

Key Responsibilities for the position include:

* Preparing estimates of all prime costs.

* Liaising with the other departments to ascertain costs of land, technical, statutory services and site overheads and revenues with land

* Attend weekly meetings when necessary

* Undertaking subcontractor and material supplier quotation analysis, ensuring compliance and competitiveness.

* Maintaining working relationships with local and national supply chains.

* Working closely with the Commercial Team to successfully transfer Site Budgets over to relevant Quantity Surveyor and advise on budget figures accordingly.

* In advance of a land purchase, preparing construction land budgets for the Land Manager to evaluate the site, assisting the Land Manager/Sales Team to determine the best house mix for the site.

* Ensuring that all estimating work required to deliver the businesses unit output is completed timely and within an agreed programme

Key Qualifications & Skills required for the position include:

* Estimating experience within the residential sector

* HNC in Building Studies or equivalent

* Strong experience and knowledge of building regulations

* Excellent Communication Skills

* Ability to organise and prioritise

* SMSTS, CSCS & First Aid

* Full UK Driving License

* Right to work in the UK

If you are interested then please apply now or contact Jess Angel on the contact details below