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Experienced Estimator – CambridgeDate: 02-08-24Salary: Dependent on experienceLocation: Cambridge (office-based with flexibility to work across other regional offices)Role OverviewAn opportunity has arisen for an Experienced Estimator to join an established estimating team based in Cambridge. The role involves working on a wide range of interesting and challenging construction projects across multiple sectors.You will need to be ambitious, self-motivated, and capable of working independently as well as collaboratively within a professional team. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential, along with a clean driving licence.The position suits either an intermediate estimator seeking career progression or an experienced estimator looking to contribute their expertise to a growing team.Project & Sector ExperienceExperience within the following sectors is beneficial but not essential:CommercialMOD & DefenceEducationHealthcareR&D, Life Sciences, Commercial & IndustrialResidential (apartments and student accommodation)Familiarity with a variety of procurement routes—such as Design & Build, Traditional, and Two-Stage—covering project values from £2m to £30m is useful. Further training and development will be available through senior colleagues.Key ResponsibilitiesProduce cost plans from RIBA Stages 0–3, including elemental and fully measured cost plans.Prepare pricing from first principles where required.Take off quantities from drawings using Autodesk Design Review.Lead the tender enquiry process and manage subcontractor packages.Allocate elemental BQ items into work packages.Complete subcontractor comparisons and ide