LOCATION:Peterborough

JOB TITLE:Quantity Surveyor / Estimating Manager

SALARY & BENEFITS: 50K to 75K per annum + car + hybrid setting (DOE)

WORKING HOURS: 8:00am 5.00pm Monday to Friday

THE COMPANY:

Established over 25 years ago GKL are a multi-disciplinary building and civil engineering contractor delivering a wide range of projects across East Anglia and the East Midlands.

Based in Peterborough with most projects within a 60-mile radius, we pride ourselves on being an innovative contractor, not afraid of challenging the normal ways and delivering high quality projects on time and budget.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. We therefore welcome applications from all suitably skilled and qualified applicants.

THE ROLE:

We are looking for a Estimator/Quantity Surveyor to join our team in a key role bridging pre-construction and project delivery.

This position is ideal for someone looking to step up into a broader commercial role, with the opportunity to develop into a Commercial Manager position over time.

You will work closely with the directors and project teams, contributing to both tendering activities and commercial management of live projects, with support where needed.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating & Pre-Construction

Review tender opportunities and assist in bid selection

Carry out take-offs and support preparation of bills of quantities

Assist in preparing tender submissions and pricing from first principles

Obtain and review subcontractor quotations

Attend site visits and pre-tender meetings as required

Commercial / Quantity Surveying

Support the commercial management of projects from start to final account

Assist with subcontract procurement and administration

Prepare and submit valuations and variations

Monitor project costs and assist with reporting

Support preparation and agreement of final accounts

Collaboration & Growth

Work closely with project managers, procurement and accounts teams

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Contribute to improving commercial and estimating processes

The Candidate

We are looking for a motivated and commercially aware individual who is looking to take the next step in their career.

Essential:

Experience in a Quantity Surveying or Estimating role

Experience within building and/or civil engineering projects

Knowledge of JCT and/or NEC contracts

Excellent commercial awareness and understanding of project cost control

Ability to interpret drawings and specifications

Strong numerical and analytical skills

Good communication and organisational skills

Experience with Excel and standard construction software

Full UK driving licence