Salary Competitive Package, negotiable depending on experience - 42.5hrs per week
Benefits
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Private Health Care
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32 days annual leave including bank holidays
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Flexible Working
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Company Pension
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Cycle to work scheme
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Bereavement Leave
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Free Parking
Gelder Ltd are looking to recruit an experienced Estimator to join our Commercial Department. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented and commercially aware professional to play a key role in securing new projects and supporting the continued growth of the business.
Gelder deliver projects across a wide range of sectors including healthcare, leisure, retail, refurbishment, and social housing, providing high-quality construction and refurbishment solutions for both public and private sector clients.
The Role
As an Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for a variety of construction and refurbishment projects. You will work closely with the commercial, pre-construction and delivery teams to ensure tenders are well prepared, commercially viable and aligned with company objectives.
Key Responsibilities
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Preparing detailed cost estimates for construction and refurbishment projects
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Analysing drawings, specifications and tender documentation
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Obtaining and evaluating subcontractor and supplier quotations
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Preparing bills of quantities and cost breakdowns
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Identifying risks and opportunities within tender submissions
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Liaising with subcontractors, suppliers and internal teams during the tender process
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Supporting the preparation of tender submissions and documentation
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Attending tender review meetings and assisting with bid strategies
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Maintaining accurate records of tender information and pricing data
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Assisting with value engineering and cost planning during the pre-construction stage
About You
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Previous experience working as an Estimator within the construction industry
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Strong analytical and numerical skills
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Ability to interpret drawings and technical specifications
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Good commercial awareness and understanding of construction processes
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Excellent organisational and communication skills
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Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
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Conquest experience desirable nut essential, training can be provided
What We Offer
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Competitive salary, negotiable depending on experience
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Opportunity to work on projects across healthcare, leisure, retail, refurbishment and social housing sectors
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A supportive and collaborative commercial team
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Opportunities for career development within an established and growing company
If you are a motivated Estimator looking for your next opportunity within a forward-thinking construction business, we would welcome your application.
