Estimator Buyer

£40,000 - £45,000 based in Chertsey, Surrey

We are looking for an experienced Estimator / Buyer with a construction background to join a well-established and successful business.

This is a hands-on, office-based role responsible for estimating, preparing quotations, sourcing materials and managing purchasing for a range of construction projects.

You will be involved from the initial customer enquiry through to procurement, delivery and completion, working closely with customers, suppliers and contractors.

• Preparing estimates, quotations and project costings
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and customer requirements
• Sourcing materials and obtaining supplier quotations
• Negotiating prices and lead times
• Raising and managing purchase orders
• Monitoring costs and project budgets
• Liaising with suppliers, subcontractors and customers
• Coordinating materials and deliveries
  
  Managing changes to specifications and costs
• Supporting projects through to completion

You will have previous experience within construction or a closely related industry, with a strong background in estimating, purchasing or both.

This role would particularly suit someone from a construction, fit-out, refurbishment, interiors, building products or specialist subcontracting background.

• Estimating and/or buying experience within construction
• Good commercial and negotiation skills
• Experience dealing with suppliers and subcontractors
• The ability to understand drawings and specifications
• Strong organisation and attention to detail
• Confidence dealing directly with customers and suppliers
• Good Microsoft Office skills

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000

Copperfield Recruitment Ltd are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy and are an equal opportunities employer.