Estimator

Allstaff Office Division are delighted to bring to the market the role of Estimator for a well established manufacturing company based in Whiteinch, Glasgow.

The estimator will carry out and prepare detailed take-offs and costings to present in tenders and quotations for windows, doors, curtain walling and other façade materials. Projects will be primarily residential and will range in size from small scale single properties with an approximate project value of £5,000 to large scale multi storey, multi-phase developments with project values greater than £6,000,000.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review architect drawings, specifications, façade consultant reports, ER’s, scope of works and other related documentation to prepare accurate estimates.
• Collect and analyse data on materials, labour, and other over-head costs.
• Review and evaluate bids from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Clarify project details with clients to ensure estimates align with project scope.
• Identify and develop value engineering opportunities.
• Assist in contract negotiations and procurement.
• Provide technical support to sales team.
• Handover of estimate and supporting documentation to design and production teams upon receipt of order.
• Stay up-to date with industry trends, materials, and methods.

Requirements:

• Experience or qualifications in estimating, quantity surveying, construction/project management or procurement. (Essential for higher end of pay scale).
• Ability to interpret, work with and effectively communicate information taken from technical drawings, specifications, building standards/regulations and other contract documentation.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and a high level of numeracy
• Excellent client service and communication skills with a proven ability to communicate at all levels externally or internally.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, confident using formulas and manipulating large amounts of data within Excel and using multiple inboxes within Outlook.
• Strong organization and multitasking abilities.
• Demonstratable experience of working to deadlines.

Desirable Skills/Experience

• Experience within glazing industry (preferred for higher end of pay scale)
• Experience of UK wide building regulations including new “gateway” requirements.
• Experience of multiple types of construction.
• Knowledge of Passivhaus Standard.
• Knowledge of NHBC, Premier or other building warranty standards.

If you feel you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role then apply today!

Hours of work: 37.5 per week, worked flexibly between 7:00am and 5:00pm. Option for hybrid working available following training and probationary period.

Benefits include: Private healthcare, on-site parking, 32 days holiday inc bank holidays – increasing with service to 34 days, death in service benefit.

Salary: From £28,000 per annum depending on experience.

If you are interested in this Estimator role, please apply today or Contact us!

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