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Assistant Estimator

September 10, 2018 | Comments Off on Assistant Estimator

Position - Assistant Estimator Location - Within 1 hour commute of Waterbeach, Cambridge Salary and benefits - Competitive salary plus company matched pension and two share options, plus numerous retails rewards and up to 10% off new Kier homes The opportunity: Kier Construction Eastern is seeking to recruit an Assistant Estimator to join the team in Waterbeach.Key Responsibilities:

  • Accurately report the financial and contractual situation of the sub-contractors and suppliers responsible for.
  • Check that sub-contractors are procured to the programme and that agreements are robust in order to achieve best value.
  • Measure and assess the work undertaken and then submit detailed, accurate and timely applications for payment including Final accounts.
  • Take timely and proper action (e.g. notices) in accordance with the contract/sub-contract. Assist with preparation of contractual claims.
  • Work closely with other QS members and other site staff.
  • Give support and advice to site team on commercial matters where possible.
  • Be aware of the QA procedures and Group Standing Orders at all times.
  • Be knowledgeable about the provisions of the Construction Act and other Contract types relating to suppliers and sub-contractors.
  • Contribute to the set up and review of the project risk register.
  • Financial and contractual needs of a contract are fully met in line with the required standards and time constraints.
  • Support the team in giving the Client/Client's Representatives timely and accurate information
  • Plan activities to endear customers to want to work with us again.
  • Advise your local Director of any new CR activities and provide support to these activities where possible.
  • Initiate ways of promoting CR activities.
  • To demonstrate an appropriate level of awareness and assist as part of the site team to ensure that we comply with SHE.
  • Maintain responsibility for your personal health and safety whilst at work.
    • Key Skills and Qualifications:

  • Degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying/Construction/Estimating related subject.
  • Sufficient Construction experience.
  • Ambitious with high aspirations.
  • Excellent organiser with proven time management skills.
  • Numerate with good IT skills.
  • Excellent communication skills.
    • Make the journey. Leave a legacy.

    Being part of Kier means living our values of being collaborative, enthusiastic and forward thinking. We all have the potential to shape our world, and it's through these values that we will leave a lasting legacy. Bring your talent and ambition to Kier and you will be given the scope and opportunity to invest in your own future, to build your expertise and contribute to a rich and diverse culture.

    Kier is an inclusive employer.

    Let's shape your world together.

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