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ABOUT THE COMPANY
Are you an Estimator with experience in the design and build industry?
Are you looking to join an ambitious, dynamic, and employee-friendly business in the beautiful Thames Valley?
What about joining a company that offers flexible working and allows you to manage your diary?
Then this might be the opportunity for you…
My client is looking for a talented Estimator to join their busy existing pre-construction team at their offices in the Thames Valley on a full-time permanent basis.
Our clients specialise in revitalising commercial offices and retail spaces for a diverse range of occupants, from small and medium enterprises to prestigious international companies. They are deeply committed to creating vibrant, engaging environments that elevate workplace performance. Rooted in a familial atmosphere, our client operates out of offices in Oxfordshire and central London, prioritising work-life balance to ensure their team looks forward to each day. They’re on the lookout for passionate individuals eager to pursue a fulfilling career in construction, particularly those enthusiastic about fit-out projects. With over two decades of industry expertise, this company has continually thrived and is currently experiencing an exciting phase of growth. Joining this dynamic organisation promises an opportunity to contribute to its ongoing success.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As an Estimator, you will prepare precise and competitive cost estimates for design and build projects. You will work alongside the design team, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure realistic and thorough estimates. You will have significant experience in the construction industry specifically the design and build Sector.
Some of your key responsibilities include – preparing detailed cost estimates for design and build projects. Reviewing and interpreting architectural drawings, specifications, and other project documents. You will work closely with the design team to ensure that the Estimates match up with the project scope and requirements. You will attend site and conduct site surveys to gather information for estimating purposes. You will obtain and analyse quotes from subcontractors and suppliers. You will maintain database and cost information, including materials, labor and equipment rates. You will attend project meetings and provide input on cost-related matters. Update Estimates as her project scopes. You will also assist with the preparation of bid packages and proposals and finally, you will monitor project costs throughout the construction phase.
REQUIREMENTS
The successful Estimator will have a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related field. You will have at least 5 years of experience in construction estimating and at least 2 years in the design and build sector. You will have a strong understanding of the construction methods, materials, and costs. You will be proficient in using Estimating software such as Take-off or similar. You will have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. You will have strong attention to detail and the ability to work well under pressure. You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be able to work with a diverse team. You will be proficient in Microsoft Office and excel and RICS or CIOB will be an advantage.
REWARDS AND BENEFITS
For the successful Estimator, my client is offering a salary between £70k – £80k depending on experience. Along with this, you will receive a benefits package and a flexible working structure.
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Construction professionals,
looking for a career enhancing opportunity
Are you looking for new construction job? If you are a skilled construction professional, we will have an opportunity for you. We are an experienced construction recruitment agency and have an impressive track record of sourcing the best opportunities for the professionals we work for.
Providing you with an in-depth insight of industry knowledge, we can help you make the most informed decisions about your next move, now and for the entirety of your career.
Helping to enhance careers and teams
careers Enhanced in 2022
of our work comes from
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Cityscape Recruitment is not like any other construction recruitment agency. Our business does not have a sales-driven environment, instead, we reward quality over quantity.
We use our specialist industry knowledge to help introduce and guide construction professionals into companies that best suit their desired career aspirations and personal goals. From Quantity Surveyors to Site Managers to Civil Engineers, we work to the same objective of helping to enhance their careers.
And our relationships don’t end on day one of a new role – we pride ourselves on our ability to build long-lasting relationships with both clients and construction professionals. And we are fortunate enough to work with many leading construction companies and professionals in London and throughout the rest of the UK.
SUPPORTING THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
Our clients range from small, privately owned specialist contractors right up to top-tier PLCs responsible for shaping our country’s landscape.
What our clients say
We have worked with Alex Wallace and the Cityscape Recruitment team for a number of years now and find their service excellent.
They supply well matched and vetted candidates and very quickly understood all our requirements. They have always demonstrated good market knowledge and an ability to deliver to our requirements.
Commercial Director,
Main Contractor
I have used Cityscape Recruitment multiple times over the last 5 years. Very pleasant to deal with and all candidates put forward for interview are well suited to the position and well vetted by the team, so there is no time wasted with unsuitable applicants. I would highly recommend Cityscape. I intend to use them again in the future should any vacancies become available.
Operations Director,
Platt and Reilly Ltd
The Cityscape Recruitment team has always been great to deal with. Always ready to listen to our needs and requirements, a quality some recruiters do not appreciate or have, then advising where they can assist in our staff procurement. We look forward to working with Laura and Cityscape in the coming years.
Director,
Soilfix
Here are answers to some questions that you may have.
At Cityscape Recruitment we have teams of consultants who find opportunities for construction professionals in the following sectors:
Read more about our company here.
Our Residential Development team recruits for the very broad range of roles available in the Construction and Civil Engineering industries. From Quantity Surveyor to Technical Coordinator to Project Manager.
They can also recruit for the complete range of seniorities within these specialist areas. From Graduate roles, up to Heads of Departments and Managing Directors.
To view all our live roles, click here
Our clients range from small, privately owned specialist contractors right up to top-tier PLCs responsible for shaping our country’s landscape.
Some of our key clients are Statom Group, 8Build, AJ Morrisroe and Sons, VolkerFitzpatrick, Troy Group and Bellway Homes.
Whatever your career aspirations may be, we will have the opportunities and the industry knowledge to share with you.
Our office is in Rickmansworth, West Hertfordshire. We are, therefore, best placed to provide recruitment services for London, the Home Counties, and the Southern Region of the country. However, we can and do recruit for the whole of the UK and have made many successful placements for construction professionals in the Midlands and the North and West regions of the country.
To view all of our live roles, click here
When you first contact us, be that through direct contact, responding to an advert or applying through our website, we will connect you with a consultant who works in your specialist area.
Initially, they will arrange a meeting to talk through your CV and career history. They will encourage you to go into detail about your background and experiences, capabilities and responsibilities, personal circumstances and any other factors they feel are relevant to help them build up a well-rounded profile of you.
We take extraordinary care in matching professionals to an opportunity – one that will help enhance their careers and a clients’ team. We therefore also use this meeting to empower you in your career. Using our extensive knowledge of the construction industry, we would provide in-depth overviews of businesses, projects and available roles, and guidance on where your strengths will add the most value and career potential.
After this meeting, the consultant will speak to a number of their clients about you and your CV. Who they speak to can be either jointly agreed upon or you can trust the judgement and expertise of the consultant to contact clients they feel are the best fit for your experience and goals.
If any clients are interested in meeting with you, the consultant will manage the interview process, coaching you before any interviews if required. (Further guidance can be found here.)
If you are successful in receiving an offer(s), our consultant will communicate this with you and help to negotiate the offer(s) and any other terms of employment.
Finally, we will support you in resigning from your current role, navigating potential counter offers and starting your new role.
Regency House
43 High Street
Rickmansworth
Hertfordshire
WD3 1ET
