Assistant Manager - Estimating

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe.

To learn more about our purpose, culture, and priorities, visit our .Within our consult business, we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.

Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey, they are :

Safety first - Going home safe and well

Client focus - Deliver on our promise

Integrity - Always do the right thing

Create opportunity - For our people to excel

Assists the estimating team in the creation of estimates, ensures the estimate is completed in line with procedures. Through the use of estimating tools, applies an appreciation of different contract and procurement types and utilises knowledge of construction methods. You'll be responsible for :

Responsible for the administrative and technical management of a construction project including the ability to prepare successful estimates.

Supports the analysis of material and subcontract to the estimating Lead on an estimate.

Supports the requirement for maintaining detailed benchmarking data.

Assists in administrative tasks for estimators and pre-construction team members.

Supports the team with the preparation of estimates.

Uses digital measurement tools for quantity take-off in a manner and level of detail consistent with the project goals.

Inputs estimate data into appropriate software.

Assists with feasibility studies.

Works collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition and share responsibility for the proactive identification and management of the associated carbon emissions and reductions during the delivery of work.

Working knowledge of estimating software.

Ability to use IT systems including a good knowledge of Excel.

Strong numerical skills.

Experience of measurement software or PDF based measurement software.

Working knowledge of PowerPoint.

Good presentational skills.

Some knowledge of value engineering.

Cost planning, budgeting and estimating experience.

Confident and level-headed when working to deadlines.

Good construction and market knowledge.

Good understanding of industry best practice.

You'll also have :

Works proactively within teams.

Coordinates with functional peers.

Develops and maintains a series of internal and external stakeholder / colleague relationships

Ability to work independently and to tight timescales to achieve key performance indicators (KPIs) and strategic outcomes.

Work with collaborative behaviours.

Assists in planning and organising work in area.

Adapts and responds to change and / or organisational requirements.

Working towards relevant degree (or equivalent).

Working towards chartered status.

A degree in quantity / surveying / cost management (or equivalent).

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

We are also open to discussing part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.#LI-Onsite