Estimator - Social Infrastructure

About United Infrastructure

United Infrastructure is a fast-growing company dedicated to delivering essential infrastructure projects within the utility and social infrastructure sectors. Our expert teams develop innovative solutions to address the challenging demands of our clients. The company operates within two main divisions:

Utility Infrastructure: Specialists design, construct, and maintain vital water, energy (gas), power, and telecom infrastructures for leading UK network owners and operators.
Social Infrastructure: Focused on enhancing homes and communities by executing works ranging from retrofits and refurbishments to ongoing maintenance.

We are committed to an inclusive and positive application process. Should you need any accommodations, please inform us so we may assist you accordingly.

Role Overview

Our Social Infrastructure team is seeking a competent and detail-focused Estimator based in Swanley, UK. This pivotal role involves precise evaluation of project costs and preparation of competitive bids for our social housing clients. Experience in this sector is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Examine project specifications, drawings, and related documents to produce accurate cost forecasts.
• Work collaboratively across departments to ensure tender submissions are well-priced, commercially viable, and technically detailed.
• Build and maintain robust relationships with clients, suppliers, and relevant professionals to encourage successful tenders and new opportunities.
• Compile and present detailed tender cost breakdowns while adhering to strict timelines throughout the bidding process.
• Assist in the smooth handover from tendering to project execution teams through effective communication.
• Keep abreast of market developments, including material and labor cost fluctuations, to ensure current pricing knowledge.
• Identify potential risks and opportunities within estimates; provide strategies to mitigate risks and enhance value.
• Participate in refining estimating procedures to boost accuracy and efficiency.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• At least five years' experience in construction, ideally focused on social housing projects.
• Familiarity with JCT and ACA contract suites.
• Capability to extract quantities from design drawings, interpret specifications, and prepare Bills of Quantities.
• Strong analytical and numerical abilities with meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficient with estimating software or a quick learner of such tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, confident in negotiating and articulating complex information clearly.
• Ability to manage pressure and meet challenging deadlines in a dynamic workspace.
• Effective organizational skills to oversee multiple projects simultaneously.
• Relevant qualifications in Quantity Surveying or related disciplines are advantageous.

Additional Information

If you seek to join a growing team and influence our success, please apply immediately for consideration. We value direct recruitment and will engage preferred supplier agencies only if necessary. Unsolicited agency CVs will receive no fees.

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