Surveyor / Estimator - Property Services | Permanent Role | Gloucestershire Region
An established and reputable construction business is seeking a Surveyor/Estimator to join its Property Services division on a permanent basis.
This specialist division delivers insurance-related repair and reinstatement projects, typically following events such as flooding, fire damage, escape of water, and other building defects. Projects range from domestic and multi-residential to educational, industrial, and commercial buildings.
The successful candidate will be working across both tendered and negotiated projects, with values typically ranging from £10,000 to £500,000, as well as measured term/schedule of rates contracts from £20,000 to £100,000.
We're looking for someone who enjoys operating in a collaborative, solutions-focused environment and who can work with clients, consultants, and subcontractors in a spirit of mutual trust and cooperation. A significant portion of the work is from repeat clients, with whom the business holds long-standing relationships.
The ideal candidate:
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Commercially minded and collaborative
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Able to work on their own initiative with some guidance
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A strong team player with excellent communication skills
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Based within reasonable commuting distance (ideally within 45 minutes) of the Gloucestershire area
Key Responsibilities:
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Preparing tenders and estimates for both negotiated and competitive projects
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Measuring works from drawings and on site
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Preparing and submitting quotations
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Negotiating and agreeing contract sums
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Preparing valuations, invoices, and forecasts
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Pricing and agreeing variations and final accounts
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Managing subcontractor procurement, orders, payments, and variations
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Attending site and team meetings
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Supporting delivery teams with commercial and contractual advice
Requirements:
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Good knowledge of construction processes and building regulations
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Experience with JCT contracts and measured term/schedule of rates projects
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Strong IT skills, particularly in Excel, Word, and Outlook
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A professional qualification in a related field is desirable
Package Includes:
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Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience)
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Company car or car allowance
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Fuel card
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Private health insurance (including spouse)
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Company pension scheme
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Life insurance
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Paid holiday allowance
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term future with a well-regarded, people-focused construction business