Estimator, Construction, Civil Engineering

Are you an experienced Estimator looking to join a leading construction contractor with an impressive pipeline of projects across the North of Scotland?

Our client, a highly regarded and established main contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects across the commercial, education, healthcare, residential and public sectors, is looking to appoint an Estimator to join their team in Elgin. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in securing a diverse range of construction projects while working within a collaborative and forward-thinking preconstruction team.

As an Estimator, you'll be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates, working closely with operational teams, the supply chain and design professionals to develop winning tender submissions.

Responsibilities:
- Prepare detailed and competitive cost estimates for a wide range of construction projects.
- Analyse drawings, specifications, bills of quantities and tender documentation to determine project costs.
- Issue enquiries to subcontractors and suppliers and evaluate returned quotations.
- Work closely with the procurement team to obtain accurate material pricing.
- Measure quantities from drawings where required.
- Present cost plans and tender submissions to senior management during internal tender reviews.
- Liaise with architects, consultants and design teams throughout the tender process to clarify technical information.
- Negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers to achieve the best commercial outcomes.
- Maintain awareness of market conditions, pricing trends and commercial risks.

Requirements:
- Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or another Built Environment discipline.
- Previous estimating experience with a main contractor.
- Strong understanding of construction methods, procurement and tendering processes.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and contract documentation.
- Excellent numerical, analytical and commercial skills.
- Strong communication and negotiation abilities.
- Membership of the RICS is desirable but not essential.

On offer:
- Competitive salary.
- Company car or car allowance.
- Pension scheme.
- Private healthcare.
- Generous holiday entitlement.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- The opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of prestigious construction projects.

If you're an Estimator seeking your next opportunity in the North of Scotland, we'd love to hear from you!

Legal Information:

We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work.

For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application