Estimator required for client based in Swindon

Temp to Perm Basis

Start Date: January 2025

Overview of Role

The Estimator will study the project scope, budget and plans to determine the potential project costs and requirements and present these estimations to the Line Manager.

This role includes monitoring project progress, tracking direct and indirect labour and material costs, and preparing detailed reports for senior management to support profitable business decisions.

Reporting to: Operations Director

Accountable for all costs within your scope ensuring deliverables fall within the applicable scope and budget.

Responsibilities:

Prepare accurate cost estimates for projects by gathering information and analysing important metrics. Including subcontractor, in-house labour and material costs with production lead times.
Analyse drawings and client specifications to provide a detailed scope of works with cost breakdowns.
Coordinate internal resources and third parties/suppliers for seamless project execution.
Ensure all projects are delivered within defined scope and within budget.
Assist in defining project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.
Manage changes to project scope and costs using appropriate verification techniques.
Measure project cost performance using appropriate tools and techniques.
Report and escalate cost variations to Management.
Manage relationships with clients and all stakeholders to supply costs.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with third parties/suppliers to ensure competitive pricing.
Create and maintain comprehensive project cost documentation.
Track project performance; specifically, to analyse the successful completion of short and long-term goals.
Raise potential improvements to the Processes and Procedures so these can be reviewed and appraised to ensure that they are the most appropriate and cost effective.
Maintain and improve upon the Company quality standards.
Maintain a safe, tidy and effective working environment.
Ensure compliance with the Company Health and Safety policy at all times.
Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned.

Requirements:

Proven experience in costing furniture, primarily kitchens.
Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills.
Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
Solid organisational skills, with attention to detail and multitasking capabilities.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel with excellent numerical skills.

Salary: £35k to £40k

If interested please apply with up to date CV & suitable candidates will be contaced directly.

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