Senior Estimator

Senior EstimatorWhen registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed.At Bellway we recognise that people are the key to our success and we are working towards becoming a more inclusive employer that values and respects individual differences in the workplace.There is an exciting opportunity to join Bellway, one of the UK’s largest house builders. Our Manchester Division is looking to recruit a Estimating Manager to join the Division’s Commercial Team.The RoleThe Estimating Manager is responsible for the day-to-day administration of the Estimating Department, management of the team, and providing clear and accurate costing information on all proposed developments. This will include maintaining a robust cost data base within division, liaising with the commercial and technical teams to ensure live information is continually fed back into the process.Principal accountabilities of the role include:Gain specialist quotations such as demolition / asbestos removal to remove the risk from land viabilitiesPrepare initial viabilities for all land bids for sign off by Commercial / Technical DirectorWhere full viabilities are required, they are to comply with the provisions set out within the Group Guidelines on Viabilities, Budgets and ValuationsLiaise with Land Department over current and future development opportunities and attending Land Review MeetingsMaintain records of current and historic costings, ensuring that live data is accurately fed back into the processPrepare cost estimates for housing association sites including preparation of contractors’ proposals and administration and agreement of contract documentationAssist the Commercial team with the preparation of pre-budget costs for sitesAssist with review of Site Budget and Analysis of Variance reports that are required for issue of site budgets in accordance with Group Guidelines on Viabilities, Budgets and ValuationsCollate and submit statistical analysis as requiredProvide guidance to the commercial teams as required at handover stage of projectLiaise with other departments as requiredAssist Commercial / Technical Director with the running of Employers Agents where main contractors are utilised to construct developments under a Design and Build contractRepresent Bellway Homes professionally in both personal appearance and conductMentor, manage and motivate the estimating teamExperience, Qualifications and SkillsExperienceExperience working as a Senior Estimator / Estimator, estimating proposed costs / costs to completeGood knowledge of cost control systems and valuation reportingExperience of managing Housing Association contractsKnowledge of building regulations and NHBC standardsQualifications and TrainingQualified as a Quantity Surveyor with a related degree or HNC/HND in a built environment subject with relevant experienceCSCS card or equivalentCurrent full driving licenceSkills and AptitudeStrong communication, listening, presentation and negotiating skillsExcellent attention to detailMethodical, conscientious, organised and works to deliver high standardsAbility to recognise problems and deal with them in a speedy and effective mannerAbility to work independently as well as part of a teamAbility to lead, manage and motivate team membersAbility to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environmentAbility to problem solve and delegate effectively where necessaryIT literate and the ability to adapt to new systems within the technical environmentCommitted to diversity and inclusionThe Role and Working ConditionsOffice based role with regular travel to development sites and for meetingsWilling to be flexible in respect to day-to-day duties and hours workedCore hoursIn return we can offer you:Competitive salaryCompetitive annual bonusContributory pension scheme25 days holiday, plus bank holidaysAccess to discounts and benefits portalShareSave SchemeCycle to Work SchemeLife assuranceWe reserve the right to close this vacancy if a large volume of applications are received Job Info
Job Title:
Company:
CV-Library
Location:
Warrington, Cheshire
Competitive
Posted:
Apr 26th 2024
Closes:
May 27th 2024
Sector:
Property Services
Contract:
Permanent
Hours:
Full Time
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