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Head of Estimating

October 19, 2020 | Comments Off on Head of Estimating

Job Title: Head of Estimating Location: Crawley, West Sussex Business Area: Regional Buildings - Southern

With a strong order book this is an exciting time to join our Southern region who are recruiting for a Head of Estimating. Our southern Construction region is made up of 3 offices, based in Southampton, Crawley and Maple Cross.

Job responsibilities

 Reporting in to the Preconstruction Director you will be managing the estimating process and day to day work of the Estimating team to ensure that the prime cost in every estimate is accurate. Effective leadership and succession planning will be vital for the development of the team to ensure the bids are produced to the highest standard. You will need to support the development and implementation of the estimating budget (cost) for the business unit and the overall financial budget. Being involved from inception to completion you will need to manage relationships with both internal and external stakeholders whilst ensuring the team is being complaint with Kier's Group SHE policies and procedures.

What do we need from you?

 As this role will need you to lead, advise and support on bids, we are looking for someone with experience in a similar role including a solid background of experience in building projects valued £5m to £60m plus in education, commercial, leisure, healthcare and similar sectors.

What will you receive?

 Being part of Kier means living our values of being collaborative, trusted and focused. 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. You can also expect a competitive salary and an outstanding package that includes a company car or allowance, private healthcare, a matched pension scheme up to 7.5%, 26 days' annual leave (with the opportunity to buy or sell holiday), two employee Share Scheme options, together with additional valuable benefits such as:

  • Free Life Assurance
  • Access to a range of attractive Flexible benefit
  • options to tailor your package to suit your lifestyles
  • Flexible and Agile working (dependent on your role)
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Access to Kier Rewards, our exclusive Discount
  • Shopping Site with deals available at over 800 retailers
  • Plus many more benefits geared to your wellbeing.
    • Pre-employment checks

     It's worth remembering that we'll undertake the relevant/ standard employment checks if you're successful in the selection process. This includes taking up your references, as well as checking your ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and your right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks.

    Make the journey. Leave a legacy.

     Being part of Kier means living our values of being Collaborative, Trusted and Focused. We all have the potential to shape our world, and it's through these values that we will leave a lasting legacy.

    Kier is an inclusive employer

     Closing Date: 18/11/2020

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