Senior Estimator

Job Description
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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 UKs largest house builders. Our ManchesterDivision is looking to recruit a Estimating Manager to join the Divisions Commercial Team.
The Role
The 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 viabilities
Prepare initial viabilities for all land bids for sign off by Commercial / Technical Director
Where full viabilities are required, they are to comply with the provisions set out within the Group Guidelines on Viabilities, Budgets and Valuations
Liaise with Land Department over current and future development opportunities and attending Land Review Meetings
Maintain records of current and historic costings, ensuring that live data is accurately fed back into the process
Prepare cost estimates for housing association sites including preparation of contractors proposals and administration and agreement of contract documentation
Assist the Commercial team with the preparation of pre-budget costs for sites
Assist 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 Valuations
Collate and submit statistical analysis as required
Provide guidance to the commercial teams as required at handover stage of project
Liaise with other departments as required
Assist Commercial / Technical Director with the running of Employers Agents where main contractors are utilised to construct developments under a Design and Build contract
Represent Bellway Homes professionally in both personal appearance and conduct
Mentor, manage and motivate the estimating team
Experience, Qualifications and Skills
Experience
Experience working as a Senior Estimator / Estimator, estimating proposed costs / costs to complete
Good knowledge of cost control systems and valuation reporting
Experience of managing Housing Association contracts
Knowledge of building regulations and NHBC standards
Qualifications and Training
Qualified as a Quantity Surveyor with a related degree or HNC/HND in a built environment subject with relevant experience
CSCS card or equivalent
Current full driving licence
Skills and Aptitude
Strong communication, listening, presentation and negotiating skills
Excellent attention to detail
Methodical, conscientious, organised and works to deliver high standards
Ability to recognise problems and deal with them in a speedy and effective manner
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Ability to lead, manage and motivate team members
Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Ability to problem solve and delegate effectively where necessary
IT literate and the ability to adapt to new systems within the technical environment
Committed to diversity and inclusion
The Role and Working Conditions
Office based role with regular travel to development sites and for meetings
Willing to be flexible in respect to day-to-day duties and hours worked
Core hours
In return we can offer you:
Competitive salary
Competitive annual bonus
Contributory pension scheme
25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
Access to discounts and benefits portal
ShareSave Scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Life assurance
We reserve the right to close this vacancy if a large volume of applications are received.
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