Facades Estimator

Facades Estimator required in London

GVR are working with a niche subcontractor who specialise in Facade restoration, cladding and render and lightweight steel framing systems for all types of projects. We are seeking to employ professionals within this specialised industry, to carry out duties on a varying size of projects. The successful candidate will be expected to prepare tenders and undertake take offs from construction drawings, reading drawings, understanding specifications and using excel to a good standard.

Responsibilities of the Estimator:

• Working closely with the pre-construction director
• Oversee all tender and bid activity including pricing, preparation and submission, ensuring accuracy and quality, from initial enquiry and take-offs.
• Provide detailed breakdowns of tenders to directors and clients.
• Analysis of risk and opportunity
• Obtain best value sub-contract and supplier prices in order to maximise value for money within secured works.
• Procurement of main contract works including documentation and compliance.
• Attend regular tender review meetings
• Effective communication with clients, suppliers, external consultants and colleagues through to senior management.

The Estimator must have/be:

• A team player
• Previous experience as an Estimator
• Previous experience in prime residential projects
• Experience working on both new build and refurbishment contracts

If you are interested in the Facades Estimator role, then please get in touch.