Posted on: 23 April 2023
ID 857810

Cost Estimator Construction

We are looking for a Junior to Intermediate Cost Estimator with a minimum of 3 - 4 years experience in the construction industry.

Job Role
  • Successful candidate will work with Construction Contractors (that build the project) and are involved in the pre-construction phase of the project at the tendering stage (in which a construction company bids for the work, stating at what price and to what timescale it could complete it).
  • Projects can be new builds or ongoing maintenance or refurbishment work.
Experience And Skills Required
  • Minimum of 3 - 4 years in a Cost Estimator / Cost Planner role within the Construction sector
  • Experience in estimating the costs of a planned construction project in terms of the labour, equipment and materials
  • Analysis of plans, bills of quantities and other project documentation in order to estimate costs
  • Data Analysis
  • Numeracy
  • Negotiation skills
  • Problem Solving
Qualifications Required
  • BTECs, A levels, an HNC, HND or bachelor's degree in an industry-relevant subject, which can include civil, structural or mechanical engineering, quantity surveying and construction management.
Duties/Responsibilities
  • Analysing plans, bills of quantities and other project documentation in order to estimate costs.
  • Researching, sourcing, negotiating and obtaining the best prices and quotes from suppliers and subcontractors.
  • Analysing data that can affect costs (such as currency exchange rates and the company's productivity rates)
  • Assessing the financial, technical and operational risks of the project.
  • Visiting project sites to gather information.
  • Staying aware of the latest construction technologies.
  • Keeping up to date with the latest regulatory and legislative requirements.
  • Inputting into decisions over whether to bid for the project.
  • Working closely with key members of the project team (such as the bid manager) and liaising with clients and suppliers.
  • Keeping detailed records and writing reports.
Desired Skills
  • Cost Estimator
  • Construction
  • Analysing Plans
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