Description
bid support
budget management
procurement
contract variations
financial reporting
site visits
The role supports the Commercial and General Manager by overseeing financial and commercial activities on housing contracts. While the main focus is on estimating, the incumbent will also perform quantity‑surveying tasks as required, including budgeting, invoicing, contract variation management and procurement support.
- Provide assistance with bids and tenders
- Attend client and subcontractor meetings to support contract delivery and relationship management
- Assist with monthly branch P&L reporting and financial forecasting
- Prepare and submit accurate invoicing for clients in line with contract terms
- Monitor and manage budgets across multiple workstreams, ensuring cost control and value for money
- Support procurement activities, including subcontractor selection and negotiation
- Review and manage contract variations, change orders, and lifecycle submissions
- Ensure compliance with NEC contract requirements and commercial governance
- Conduct site visits and liaise with operational teams to validate progress and financial claims
- Produce commercial reports and analysis to support strategic decision‑making
- Collaborate with operational and finance teams to ensure alignment on project delivery
- Maintain accurate records of valuations, payments, and contractual documentation
- Identify and mitigate commercial risks throughout the project lifecycle
- Ensure all activities meet health and safety, quality, and regulatory standards
Requirements
estimator
commercial surveying
nec contracts
budget management
microsoft office
quantity surveying
Mears is committed to diversity, inclusion and social mobility, offering a Disability Confident status, the Armed Forces Covenant, and several awards for supporting veterans and career transition. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; visa sponsorship is not available, and background checks are required.
- Proven experience as an Estimator
- Experience in a commercial surveying role, preferably within social housing
- Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts and commercial frameworks
- Experience managing budgets, forecasts and financial reporting
- Excellent negotiation, analytical and problem‑solving skills
- Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and commercial management systems
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams
- Full UK driving licence
- HNC, HND or degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline (desirable)
- Confidential EAP counselling and wellbeing support
Benefits
The position is a full‑time, permanent Estimator/Quantity Surveyor role based in Tannochside, offering a salary of up to £50,000 per annum plus a £4,500 car allowance. Working hours are Monday‑Friday, 8:00 am‑4:30 pm. Employees receive 25 days of annual leave, car allowance, staff rewards and access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
The company values customers, innovation, teamwork and responsibility, and encourages flexible working, family‑friendly policies and community volunteering. Employees can participate in Mears Fun Day, enjoy discounts through Mears Rewards and share‑save‑earn schemes.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- £4,500 annual car allowance
- Company‑wide Mears Fun Day
- Volunteering leave for community initiatives
- Mears Rewards discounts on groceries, holidays, eye tests and more
- Family‑friendly policies and flexible working support
- Share‑Save‑Earn schemes
Training + Development
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