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Form of workAbout Us:Principal Building is expanding its team in East Kilbride. We are a dynamic and rapidly growing construction company dedicated to quality and excellence and are currently seeking a detail-oriented Construction Estimator to contribute to our dynamic team.
Job Objectives:The Estimator will be working as part of the clients Estimating function, producing detailed resourced based estimates to evaluate design changes, maintain the baseline cost, and challenge contractors estimates.
Duties and responsibilities to include:Responsible for the production of tenders, budget estimates and cost plans.
Review of bid documents, drawings, specifications, and other reports applying a good understanding of all components of a tender submission.
Identify any financial, design, production, and contractual risks/opportunities.
Measure quantities and produce Bills of Quantities and/or oversee their production by others.
Ensures enquiries are issued and quotations received from subcontractors and suppliers.The ideal candidate must have:
Minimum 5yrs in estimating roles for recognised main contractors
Ability to price projects using first principals
Good understanding of construction management process and techniques
Ability to understand and interpret tender documents, specifications and drawings, take offs
Experience in producing bills of quantities & scopes of work from drawings or client
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Knowledge of estimating packages
If you are an experienced Construction Estimator ready for a new challenge, we want to hear from you! Submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience.Principal Building is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
