Lead Estimator in Milton Keynes - CV-Library

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Join Our Team: Lead Estimator Opportunity

Are you an accomplished professional in the field of construction estimation, eager to make a substantial impact with your expertise? Carey Group, a renowned leader in the construction industry, is seeking a talented Lead Estimator to join our team. Reporting directly to the Preconstruction Director, this role is pivotal in driving our success through meticulous estimation, mentorship, and collaboration.

Role Overview:

As Lead Estimator, you will be instrumental in compiling and reviewing estimates, fostering the growth and development of our team members, and contributing to the achievement of our regional and strategic goals. Working closely with our collaborative work-winning team, you'll play a vital role in shaping the future success of Carey Group.

Person Specification – Skills, Experience & Attributes:

Technical Skills and Experience:

Minimum of 5 years' experience in various project types, including bulk earthworks, groundworks, substructure, paving, roadworks, drainage, and RC Frames.

Proven track record as a specialist subcontractor Estimator on multimillion-pound projects involving sub and super-structure, hard & soft landscaping, enabling, and infrastructure works.

Familiarity with applicable methods of measurement such as SMM7, CESMM, NRM2.

Proficiency in electronic measuring tools such as Bluebeam, CADmeasure, or similar.

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.

Preferred qualifications include a degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or Construction Management.

Experience with Estimating software such as Causeway, Candy, or similar.

Strong numerical aptitude and commercial acumen.

Exceptional organizational and time-management skills with a proven ability to meet project deadlines and delegate effectively.

Clear and impactful communication skills, with the ability to tailor communication to different audiences.

A proactive problem solver who can anticipate issues, propose solutions, and highlight benefits.

Embraces change and actively contributes to continuous improvement initiatives.

Builds trust-based relationships and collaborates effectively within a team.

Demonstrates accountability and ownership in all endeavors.

If you're ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role, where your expertise will be valued and your contributions will make a difference, we invite you to apply for the Lead Estimator position at Carey Group. Join us in shaping the future of construction excellence. Apply now!
What you will be doing:

Thoroughly examine incoming tenders to assess risks, identify opportunities, and propose value engineering solutions for both internal and client projects.

Demonstrate exceptional leadership by actively engaging, coaching, and mentoring team members to enhance their performance and capabilities.

Champion the continuous improvement of established procedures, systems, and standards to ensure operational excellence.

Utilize your expertise to calculate budgets from first principles, including material, labor, plant, and equipment assessments, and analyze subcontractor and supplier quotations.

Oversee the review of rates and bills of quantities produced by estimators and assistant estimators.

Conduct detailed measurements and quantity take-offs from drawings, producing accurate bills of quantities.

Source, review, and analyze subcontractor and material quotations to ensure competitiveness and quality.

Identify, analyze, and review potential value engineering solutions to optimize project outcomes.

Assess project risks and opportunities, integrating them into estimates using a comprehensive risk and opportunity register.

Prepare tender reports and actively participate in bid, tender review, and adjudication/settlement meetings with Estimating and Operational leads.

Engage in client meetings, providing expert insight and guidance throughout the tender process.

About You

Strong numerical aptitude and commercial acumen.

Exceptional organizational and time-management skills with a proven ability to meet project deadlines and delegate effectively.

Clear and impactful communication skills, with the ability to tailor communication to different audiences.

A proactive problem solver who can anticipate issues, propose solutions, and highlight benefits.

Embraces change and actively contributes to continuous improvement initiatives.

Builds trust-based relationships and collaborates effectively within a team.

Demonstrates accountability and ownership in all endeavours.

Benefits
• You will be based in Milton Keynes office 3 days a week and the option of working 2 day from home.
• 37.5hrs per week (9.00am – 5.30pm, Monday to Friday).
• 26 days holiday per annum + Bank Holidays.
• Optional Benefits via 'My Perks': Dining Card, Gym Membership, Cycle to Work, Holiday Trading (buy or sell up to 4 days), Health Cash Plan, Dental and Critical Illness Insurance, Partner Life Assurance, Car Leasing and Discounts & Cashback.
• You'll be joining a brilliant team who are lots of fun, have a wealth of knowledge to learn from and will always keep you challenged