At Shanco Contracts Limited, a renowned National Groundworks Contractor, we are dedicated to more than just construction; we are committed to cultivating a family-like environment where character, professionalism, and customer support define who we are. We are excited to announce a new opportunity for a Senior Estimator to join our dynamic team at our Castleford, West Yorkshire offices.

About the Role

As a Senior Estimator at Shanco Contracts, you’ll play a pivotal role in pricing commercial groundworks packages, ranging from £50k to £4m. Our projects span diverse sectors, including schools, universities, hospitals, care homes, modular builds, manufacturing sites, and even live prison/defence environments.

As a Senior Estimator, your character and commitment to our values will set you apart:

– Teamwork: Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. You’ll work closely with our team to achieve shared goals.
– Professionalism: Your deep understanding of construction processes, especially groundworks and civil engineering, will ensure the highest standards of professionalism.
– Customer Support: Building strong client relationships, identifying value engineering opportunities, and delivering exceptional service are key aspects of this role.
– Family Environment: At Shanco Contracts, hierarchy takes a backseat. You’ll have the autonomy to oversee projects from start to finish, and your input will be valued at every stage.

Responsibilities

As the Senior Estimator, your responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing project inquiries and establishing bid strategies.
• Conducting pre-tender site visits.
• Providing technical design advice and identifying value engineering opportunities.
• Preparing and submitting competitive tenders, budgets, bills of quantities, and interpreting project documentation.
• Maintaining a comprehensive cost database.
• Managing sub-contractor communications and negotiations.
• Forecasting live project workload and reviewing project costs.
• Maintaining regular communication with clients to obtain feedback during the tender process.

Requirements

We’re looking for a Senior/Experienced Estimator with:

• Extensive experience in groundworks and civils estimating across various sectors.
• Technical knowledge of construction processes, especially groundworks and civil engineering.
• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative spirit.
• Enthusiasm and a proactive approach.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Willingness to travel to sites across the UK.

Working Hours:

This permanent role typically operates from 8:00am to 5:30pm, with some flexibility and the possibility of early Friday finishes.

About the Company

Our impressive track record and sustained growth can be attributed to our exceptional workforce and our core values. Teamwork and the development of our people are the cornerstones of our success. We encourage professional growth and celebrate outstanding performance with substantial rewards.

If you are an Experienced Estimator seeking a high-profile role within a company that places a premium on character and values people, we’d love to hear from you. For a confidential discussion, please contact Leanne at 07391 654076 or email Leannep@shancocontracts.co.uk. Join our Shanco family and be part of something truly exceptional.

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