Senior/Chief Estimator

Overview

Prepare and manage cost estimates and appraisals for residential developments.

Key Responsibilities

• cost estimating
• viability appraisal
• value engineering
• data input
• cost tracking
• department liaison

Tasks

-Prepare estimates of all construction costs, including all site abnormals, professional fees, site management costs and preliminaries. Input of all development costs into appraisals/viabilities. Support 'value engineering' exercises at appraisal/pre-start stage. -Attend pre start, specification and any other relevant meeting as required -Be aware of all codes of practice that impact on estimating e.g. Building Regulations, NHBC requirements HSE, Code for Sustainable Homes etc -Be aware of all codes of practice that impact on estimating e.g. Building Regulations, NHBC requirements, HSE, Code for Sustainable Homes -Calculate all prime costs on developments within the business, reporting any movements in costs since the preparation of the land purchases exercise -Prepare Group viabilities for all acquisitions -Provide information for all land purchase exercises -Input and maintain any computer based estimating databases or systems -Complete all estimating work -Identify specific scheme abnormals, prepare estimates of all prime costs, co-ordinate input of all development costs into appraisals/viabilities, input into “value engineering” exercise at appraisal/pre-start stage, input and maintain master appraisal costs -On a minimum of a quarterly basis update appraisals on land purchased or controlled, on which construction has not commenced, to ensure margins reflect current layout and house type mix and market conditions -Provide a detailed ‘pre-start’ appraisal following grant of planning consent and track movements through to site commencement -Promote and act in accordance with Group values, systems, policies and procedures -Ensure compliance with Group IT systems -Be aware of new materials and methods of construction which would assist the business in maintaining or increasing its targets, and report on same -Liaise with all Departments as necessary to achieve a viable final cost position -Attend pre start, design team and any other relevant meeting as required. Input and maintain any computer based estimating database or systems -Monitor, reconcile and recharge any costs, which relate to shared cost items with either other businesses within the Group or external companies

Requirements

• cscs card
• health safety
• excel
• market knowledge
• team management
• numeracy

What You Bring

-Must have a full understanding of current market conditions and rates -Highly numerate with excellent attention to detail, able to gather, interpret and present data to facilitate preparation of budgets and subsequent valuations -Methodical, conscientious and organised, works to deliver high standards -Industry related business qualification with a valid CSCS card -Strong knowledge of Building Regulations, NHBC and Health and Safety requirements etc. -Wide experience in the discipline within the house building industry -Articulate, clear and credible, and able to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment -Professional and pleasant manner in dealing with internal and external customers -Proven track record in similar role or at the level of at least Estimator -Strong IT skills, working knowledge of computer systems within the commercial environment, i.e. Excel, measurement and land viability software -Must have the ability to manage a team

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Benefits

-Prime costs to include but not restricted to house pricing, labour costs, site work operations and remediation work, up to commencement on site -Annual Medical Health Assessment -Competitive Salary -Private Medical Cover - Single Cover -Enhanced Family Friendly Policies -26 days’ holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years’ continuous service up to 29 days) -Competitive Bonus Scheme -Company Car or Cash Allowance -Choice of Flexible Benefits

About Barratt Redrow

-A major UK homebuilder, known for its residential developments and large-scale projects. -Founded through the merger of two leading construction firms, creating a legacy of quality housing. -Specializes in building homes across urban and suburban landscapes, from starter homes to luxury properties. -Projects range from traditional housing developments to mixed-use urban regeneration, with a focus on sustainability. -Has contributed significantly to UK housing supply, building thousands of homes annually. -Notable work includes the development of new communities and transformation of neglected areas into thriving neighborhoods. -Operates with a commitment to quality, innovation, and integrating modern technologies into construction processes.

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