Estimator

at  Hill Group UK

Role overview:
Responsible for the preparation of budget estimates, cost control documents and open market competitive tenders to secure future workload for the Group. Adhere and engage with Quality Management system (ISO9001) and other company procedures as appropriate.

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES:

BTEC/HNC/NVQ4 or equivalent
Experience in housing sector in Commercial or Estimating
Previous experience of working on complex and prestigious projects, with an ability to deal with schemes of all size and complexity
Can demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of building regulations and building contracts
Competent in pricing from first principals
Ability to work collaboratively across our organisation
Previously managed assistant or trainee estimators
High levels of commercial and business acumen
Excellent communication and negotiation skills to use with both clients and consultants
Have a knowledge and understanding of compliance with Health & Safety legislation, policies, safety plans, risk assessments and method statements
Demonstrate an understanding of the supply chain to ensure enquiries are issued and quotations received from subcontractors and suppliers.
Have a detailed understanding in the operation of the Causeway estimating package.
Have a good understanding of the requirements of social and private housing.
Have a good understanding of the requirements of Secured by Design.
Have a good understanding of the requirements of the Scheme Development Standards.
Have a good understanding of the requirements of CfSH & BREEAM.
Possess communication and negotiation skills for use in dealing with Clients and Consultants.
Possess basic team leadership qualities
Understand the Client Journe

The Estimator will be allocated projects as appropriate however they should be able to deal with schemes of all size and complexity targeted by the Hill Group.
This job description is based on the Estimator controlling their own projects.