Estimator – Cannock, Staffordshire - Salary dependent on experience

Our client is a leading UK contractor with projects nationwide, currently seeking an Estimator to join their team in Cannock. Working across a diverse portfolio, the role will involve pricing and estimating for a range of projects, with a strong focus on industrial refurbishments, alongside school refurbishment schemes and office fit-out works.

Key responsibilities:

• Preparing accurate cost estimates and tender submissions for a range of refurbishment and fit-out projects
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documents to assess project requirements
• Producing detailed take-offs and pricing for labour, materials, plant and subcontract packages
• Obtaining and evaluating quotations from suppliers and subcontractors
• Identifying project risks, value engineering opportunities and cost-saving solutions
• Liaising with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and internal teams throughout the tender process
• Assisting with bid preparation, programmes and technical submissions
• Maintaining strong commercial awareness of market rates and industry trends
• Supporting handovers to the delivery and commercial teams following successful tenders
• Ensuring all estimates are completed accurately and submitted within required deadlines

Relevant experience required for this role: 

• Highly proficient in all IT packages

• Mathematical ability

• Ability to time-manage work loads to achieve deadlines.

• Complete understanding of subcontracting and procurement strategies.

• Proven experience as an Estimator

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related construction discipline desirable, but not essential for candidates with relevant estimating experience

To find out more about this position as an Estimator in Cannock, Staffordshire call Lilly of CPR Recruitment

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