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Frequently Asked Questions:

• How many Building Estimator jobs are available on Pertemps?

  There are 8 Building Estimator jobs available on Pertemps right now.

• What does a Building Estimator do?

  Estimators draw up assessments of how much it will cost to provide clients, or potential clients, with products or services.

  Tasks required include:

  • Examines plans, drawings, specifications, parts lists, etc. and specifies the materials and components required.
  • Assesses condition, location, desirability and amenities of property to be valued.
  • Assesses costs of materials, labour and other factors such as required profit margins, transport costs, tariffs and fare structures, possible hazards, etc..
  • Prepares comprehensive estimates of time and costs and presents these in report or tender form.
  • Examines insurance documents to assess extent of liability and gathers information about incident from police, medical records, ship’s log, etc. and investigates potential fraudulent claims.

• What are the entry requirements for a Building Estimator?

  Entry is possible with a variety of academic qualifications. Entrants typically possess GCSEs/S grades, A levels/H grades, GNVQs/GSVQs or BTEC/SQA awards. Professional qualifications are available and may be required by some employers.