Assistant Estimator

Assistant Estimator  

Salary up to £35,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus + Pension + 22 Days Holiday

Eastleigh, Hampshire

Blaymires Recruitment is representing a respected main contractor based in Eastleigh, who is searching for an Assistant Estimator to join the business.

The company has a rich history in undertaking refurbishment and new build projects across the Education, Healthcare and Leisure sectors delivering  traditional and design & build projects up to the value of £10 Million. 

The company has been operating for over 20 years and continues to steadily grow and is looking for an Assistant Estimator to join their growing business.

The main focus of this role is to assist with the pricing of tenders including completing subcontractor price comparisons and adjudication of subcontractor quotations.

The role would suit an existing Assistant Estimator or a Trainee Quantity Surveyor who would like to move into an estimating role.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the tender submission and preparation of tender documents.
• Production of bill of quantities – a full understanding of all elements is not a necessity but a good understanding of the principles SMM7/NMR2 would be required.
• Splitting tender documents into subcontract packages.
• Liaising with supply chain for chasing quotes etc.

Skills & Qualifications

• A good understanding of the tendering and estimating processes and procedures.
• A keen eye for detail and strong numeracy and IT skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills – communicates clearly, confidently, credibly  and appropriately, and an effective listener.
• A logical and methodical approach, with well-developed problem-solving skills.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills.
• Excellent telephone manner.
• Ability to recognise and capitalise on opportunities.
• Able to develop positive relationships with customers based on credibility and mutual respect.
• Good understanding drawings and information received.
• Knowledge of Excel, Word and other computer software. 
• Would be helpful to have knowledge of computer measurement software such as Bluebeam.

On Offer

• Salary up to £35,000.
• Car Allowance.
• 22 Days Holiday.
• Pension.  
• Bonus
• Company incentives.
• Free breakfast on a Friday.
• Friendly working environment.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Interesting and varied work.

If you would like further information, then call Stephen Blaymires at Blaymires Recruitment on 07498 987 851 or email: sb@blaymiresrecruitment.co.uk