Estimator, Construction, Quantity Surveyor

RCM Ltd is working in partnership with a well-established Main Contractor to recruit an experienced Estimator for a permanent position based in Leicestershire.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a financially secure contractor delivering refurbishment and construction projects across the healthcare, commercial and education sectors, with project values ranging from £50k to £6.5m.

Working within the Pre-Construction team, you will be responsible for preparing competitive tender submissions using a combination of subcontractor enquiries and first-principles estimating.

• Reviewing tender documentation and identifying project requirements
• Producing subcontract enquiry packages
• Issuing enquiries to subcontractors and suppliers
• Reviewing and analysing returned quotations
• Preparing tender cost plans and pricing documents
• Identifying tender exclusions and qualifications
• Carrying out take-offs for general building works
• Pricing preliminaries in line with project programmes
• Assisting with tender programmes where required
• Attending site visits and surveys when necessary (occasional nationwide travel and overnight stays may be required)

Applicants should have:

• 3-5 years' estimating experience with a Main Contractor
• Experience pricing refurbishment projects within healthcare, commercial or education sectors
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
• The ability to work to tight deadlines
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Good Microsoft Office skills
• A proactive attitude and the ability to work independently as well as within a team

Desirable experience includes:

• Knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts
• SMM7 and/or NRM experience
• Construction-related qualifications or degree