Estimator Leading UK Contractor London

Bracken Recruitment are currently recruiting on behalf of one of the UKs have an exceptional opportunity for an Estimator with a Civils background who is seeking work with a business with a realpositive environment where they will work along some extremely experienced professionals. There will be opportunity for career progression within the business with regular reviews and a clear path to where you would like your career to go.

Main purpose of Role:

• To support the Pre-Construction team in providing a timely and professional estimating service
• Responsible for compiling estimates working out how much it will cost to provide the client with products or services.
• Assessing materials labour and equipment required and analysing different quotes from sub-contractors and suppliers.
• Be able to work from a bill of quantities or just a set of drawings from the client.
• Provide prices for everything from a one-off scheme to maintenance projects which will be completed over several years.
• Ability to produce and author Bid deliverables including methodologies.
• An appreciation of data confidentiality and be aware of things like price trends and regulations.
• Deadlines can mean long hours be methodical keep good records understand Client documents seek and take advice and challenge yourself and others.
• Working within a team environment but also be able to use their own initiative.
• Occasionally may need to travel to meet clients on site.
• Ad hoc tasks as required by the department

Required Skills and Experience:

• Good knowledge and experience of Civils Estimating
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• The ability to manage projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Enthusiastic proactive team player
• Strong problem solving ability and a keen attention to detail
• Organisational and presentation skills are crucial
• Excellent IT Skills

Please contact Steve Lee onor Email: to discuss in more detail.