Estimator/Pre Construction Manager

Estimator/Pre-Construction Manager
Specialist Contractor/Subcontractor
Gateshead
£45 - £55k + car allowance
Inside Construction have been appointed to recruit an Estimator for a specialist contractor /sub-contractor based in Gateshead. The company are part of a larger group of companies and have strong financial backing.
An excellent opportunity to join a growing contractor who are looking for someone to head up their work winning and estimating department and also grow their contracting/maintenance arm of the business.
Hybrid working is available with the office based in Gateshead, working from home along with time out meeting new and existing clients.
We are looking for an Estimator to price a variety of small works and maintenance contracts ranging from 20k to 1 million in value. You will be involved in managing all aspects of tenders received, pricing, preparation and return.
There’s an element of business development and work winning required in this role – with you speaking with potential clients, demonstrating the service you provide, estimating and negotiating and handover to the project delivery team.
Key responsibilities
* Front end estimating work
* Being client facing
* Producing cost estimates for construction projects and creating budgets
* Completing take-offs from construction plans
* Gathering information from and liaising with new and existing clients to price jobs
* Negotiating with clients and work winning
* Attending tender review meetings
* Writing proposals to assist with bids
* Opportunity to grow the contracting arm of the business
What makes this a great opportunity is the variety offered. Your week will be split between the office, home, and client meetings/visits. It’s a rare opportunity to take on and develop part of an already successful and growing business. The company are looking for candidates who are ambitious and who want a successful career with great opportunity for growth.
If you have minimum 3 years estimating experience gained from a contracting, housing or maintenance / repair background and are interested in this opportunity apply or get in touch today.
All applications are treated as fully confidential