Estimator Buyer

Estimator / Buyer – Construction

£40,000 – £45,000 based in Chertsey, Surrey

We are looking for an experienced Estimator / Buyer with a construction background to join a well-established and successful business.

This is a hands-on, office-based role responsible for estimating, preparing quotations, sourcing materials and managing purchasing for a range of construction projects.

You will be involved from the initial customer enquiry through to procurement, delivery and completion, working closely with customers, suppliers and contractors.

Responsibilities

Preparing estimates, quotations and project costings

Reviewing drawings, specifications and customer

requirements

Sourcing materials and obtaining supplier quotations

Negotiating prices and lead times

Raising and managing purchase orders

Monitoring costs and project budgets

Liaising with suppliers, subcontractors and customers

Coordinating materials and deliveries

Managing changes to specifications and costs

Supporting projects through to completion

The ideal candidate

You will have previous experience within construction or a closely related industry, with a strong background in estimating, purchasing or both.

You will ideally have:

Estimating and/or buying experience within construction

Good commercial and negotiation skills

Experience dealing with suppliers and subcontractors

The ability to understand drawings and specifications

Strong organisation and attention to detail

Confidence dealing directly with customers and suppliers

Good Microsoft Office skills

This role would particularly suit someone from a construction, fit-out, refurbishment, interiors, building products or specialist subcontracting background.

Salary: £40,000 – £45,000

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